Christmas Tree Shops Recalls Glitter Candles Due to Fire Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Date:

October 09 2007

Name of Products:

Sequin Glitter Candles

Units:

About 29,000

Manufacturer:

Christmas Tree Shops Inc., of South Yarmouth, Mass.

Hazard:

The candle’s exterior glitter coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received four reports of flames or smoke coming from the candle or the exterior coating. No injuries have been reported.

Description:

This recall involves glitter candles in three styles.

UPC: 0 00014 42442 7 Size/Shape: 3 inches across x 3 inches tall



UPC: 0 00014 42441 0 Size/Shape: 3 inches across x 6 inches tall



UPC: 0 00014 42444 1 Size/Shape: 6 inches tall, teardrop shape



The candles were available in gold, silver and red. The UPC label can be located on the product’s packaging.

Product # / SKU:

0 00014 42442 7
0 00014 42441 0
0 00014 42444 1

Sold at:

Christmas Tree Shop retail locations nationwide from November 2006 through December 2006 for between $1.70 and $3.00.

Manufactured in:

China

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. For a list of stores, visit www.christmastreeshops.com.

Consumer Contact:

Christmas Tree Shops
(888) 287-3232 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
www.christmastreeshops.com