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CPSC, Fashion Bug Announce Recall of Christmas Candles

U.S. CPSCFireDec 22, 1999

Hazard

The gold coating on these candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Fashion Bug store, for a refund.

Incidents & injuries

Fashion Bug received a report from a consumer, that the gold coating on one of these candles ignited. No injuries or property damage were reported.

Product description

These gold-colored candles come in the shape of a Christmas tree or cherubs. The tree candle is about 7 inches high, and packaged in a cellophane wrapper. A label on the bottom reads, "Made in China." The cherub candle is about 3 inches high, sold in pairs and packaged in a red box with a gold-colored lid.

Sold on

Fashion Bug and Fashion Bug Plus stores nationwide sold the candles, from November 1999 through December 1999, for about $4.

Contact the company

For more information, call Fashion Bug at (800) 478-2957 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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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