Recalls / 2010-03-18

Lumetique Recalls Botanika Candles Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards

10173 · Recalled 2010-03-18 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves DayNa Decker Botanika brand candles sold in 3-, 6-, and 16-ounce glass containers. The words "DayNa Decker" and Bacara, Bardou, Clementine, Indigo, Leila, Manzanita, Sierra, Taiga, Violetta, Viva, Yasmin, or Zelia appear on the bottom of the green glass container. Only Botanika candles with batch code 9J3, 9K1, 9L1 or 9L2 are included in the recall. Batch codes are printed on the bottom of the glass container.

Hazards

The candle flame can unexpectedly flare up and the glass container can crack, posing fire, burn and laceration hazards to consumers.

Reported injuries

The firm has received five reports of the glass breaking and six reports of high flames. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the candle and contact Lumetique to receive a full credit toward the purchase of a DayNa Decker brand product.

Products

Name	Model	Units
DayNa Decker Botanika Candles		About 6,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Southern California Candle Co. Inc.
Distributor: Lumetique Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif.
Made in: United States
Sold at: Resorts, spas, gift shops, specialty from November 2009 through January 2010 for between $30, $75, depending on the size.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Lumetique toll-free at (888) 872-0228 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.daynadecker.com

More images

Batch code displayed on bottom of candle

Source: CPSC recall 10173. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.