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CPSC, Wal-Mart Announce Recall of Candles Because of Flammable Paint

U.S. CPSCFireDec 12, 2003
Recalled Snowman Candle gift set
Recalled Snowman Candle gift set
Recalled Snow House Candle gift set
Recalled Snow House Candle gift set
Recalled Recalled Snowflake Candle gift set
Recalled Recalled Snowflake Candle gift set

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Hazard

Paint on the exterior surface of the candles could potentially sustain flame, posing a potential fire hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the candle gift set to Wal-Mart for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

No injuries or incidents have been reported to Wal-Mart.

Product description

Each Home Trends Ice Holiday Collection Candle gift set contains three candles with one of these scenes painted on the exterior: Snow House Winter; Snowman; or Snowflake design.

Sold on

Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold these candle gift sets, from September 2003 through November 2003, for about $10.

Contact the company

Call Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 am and 9 pm CT 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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