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CPSC, Walgreen Co. Announce Recall of Candele Glitter Candles

U.S. CPSCFireDec 20, 2001
Recalled Candele glitter candles (six-inch)
Recalled Candele glitter candles (six-inch)
Recalled Candele glitter candles (three-inch)
Recalled Candele glitter candles (three-inch)

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The glitter on the candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact Walgreens for a refund.

Incidents & injuries

Walgreens received one report of the glitter on the candle catching fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Product description

The pillar candles were sold in two sizes, three-inches high and six-inches high. The candles are coated with glitter and come in three colors - red, green and gold. The recalled candles have one of the following item numbers printed on a label affixed to the bottom of the candle: 642413, 642423, 642424, 642409, 642410, and 642411.

Sold on

Walgreens stores nationwide sold the candles, from August 2001 through December 2001, for between $3 and $4.

Contact the company

For more information, consumers should contact Walgreens at (847) 914-2742 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.walgreens.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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