CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2003-10-15

CPSC, John Wiley & Sons Inc. Announce Recall of "Candle and Soap Making For Dummies" Instruction Book

04010 · Recalled 2003-10-15 · CPSC page

Recalled "Candle and Soap Making For Dummies" Book
Recalled "Candle and Soap Making For Dummies" Book

Description

The paperback book is titled "Candle & Soap Making For Dummies." The book's cover is black and yellow and has a photograph of candlesticks and slices of soap.

Hazards

The instructions in the book for making lye combine sodium hydroxide and water in an incorrect order. This could cause the mixture to bubble over, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should return these books to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
"Candle and Soap Making For Dummies" Book5,400

Parties

Manufacturer
John Wiley and Sons Inc.
Made in
United States
Sold at
Bookstores, discount department, from August 2003 through September 2003, for about $20.

Consumer contact

Contact John Wiley & Sons toll-free at (877) 762-2974 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.wiley.com

Source: CPSC recall 04010. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.