Recalls / 2011-05-18

Katie Brown Tea Light Candle Sets recalled by Meijer Inc. Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Meijer Stores

11223 · Recalled 2011-05-18 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled wax tea light candles in clear plastic holders were sold in five different colors/scents: vanilla, spruce, snappy spice, sunny tuscany and sweet love. Model numbers are 50181MKB, 50182MKB, 50183MKB, 50184MKB and 50185MKB printed on the bottom of the tea light holder. The wax tea light candles measure approximately 2 inches in diameter. The Katie Brown logo is printed on the clear packaging cover of the tea lights. Printed on a label on the bottom of each 12-piece pack of tea light candles is "Distributed by Wholesale Merchandisers, Inc. 2929 Walker Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544. Made in India. www.katiebrown.meijer.com"

Hazards

The clear plastic candle holder can ignite, posing a serious burn and fire hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

Meijer has received one report of the resin cup catching fire and melting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the tea light candles immediately and return all tea light candles sets to any Meijer Store for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Katie Brown 12-piece tea light candle sets		About 7,600

Parties

Importer: Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Made in: India
Sold at: Meijer Stores in Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Meijer at (800) 927-8699 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.meijer.com

Source: CPSC recall 11223. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.