CoScentrix Expands Recall of DD Brand Candles Due to Fire Hazard; Exclusively at Hobby Lobby

DD brand candles

Date of Recall

2015-01-08

CPSC Release Number

15-056

Manufactured In

United States

Units

About 168,000 (About 256,000 candles sold in jars and tins were recalled in November 2014 and about 126,000 candles sold in tins

Manufacturer

CoScentrix, of Carson, Calif.

Sold By

Hobby Lobby stores nationwide and online at HobbyLobby.com from June 2014 through October 2014 for between $6 and $20.

Problem/Hazard

The candle's high flame can ignite the surface of the wax, posing a fire hazard.

Injuries/Incidents

CoScentrix has received one additional report of a candle's surface igniting and no additional reports of injury or property damage. In the two previous recalls CoScentrix received a total of 31 reports of the candle's surface igniting, one report of injury and 10 reports of property damage.

Description

This recall involves four types of DD branded single-wick candles: Mason jars in 5- and 12- ounce sizes, decorative jars in 10- and 20-ounce sizes, 13-ounce coffee tins and 13-ounce jars with a holiday theme. The candles were sold in a variety of fragrances and colors.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby. Consumers with a receipt will receive a full refund. Consumers without a receipt will be issued a store credit. Online purchasers should contact CoScentrix for instructions on returning the product.

Consumer Contact

CoScentrix toll-free at (888) 298-2722 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.coscentrix.com and click on "Product Recall Info" at the bottom of the page.

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