Recalls / 2004-02-10

CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Candle Sets

04081 · Recalled 2004-02-10 · CPSC page

Recalled Luminessence™ T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder

Description

The recalled candles were sold in packages containing eight tea light candles and one glass holder in the shape of a flower. The 1-inch-tall candles were available in either gold or silver. A label affixed to the top of the package containing the recalled candles reads "Luminessence™ candles, 8 T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder, NET WT 3.2 oz (EACH 10G)." The label affixed to the bottom of the package reads, "DOLLAR TREE DIST., CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320, MADE IN CHINA."

Hazards

Paint on the exterior surface of the candles can sustain a flame, posing a potential fire hazard.

Reported injuries

Dollar Tree received six reports of candles producing excessive flame and/or igniting. Three of these reports involved minor injuries and three involved minor property damage.

Remedy

Dollar Tree is offering a refund for each returned candle set.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Luminessence™ T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder		68,400

Parties

Manufacturer: Dollar Tree Stores, Inc.
Made in: China
Sold at: Dollar Tree, Only One Dollar, Only $1, Dollar Express, Dollar Bills retail, from September 2003 through October 2003, for $1.

Consumer contact

For more information, call Dollar Tree Stores, Inc. at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company website at www.dollartree.com

Source: CPSC recall 04081. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.