Thematic Candles Recalled by Lang Candles

Thematic Candles

Date of Recall

2004-01-07

CPSC Release Number

04-061

Manufactured In

China

Company Phone Number

(800) 260-8297

Units

92,000

Manufacturer

Lang Candles, of Delafield, Wis.

Sold By

Small craft and candle stores sold the candles from September 2001 through May 2003 for between $9 and $13. The candles were sold individually and in prepacks of two or three units.

Problem/Hazard

Resin in the candleholder can ignite, posing a serious burn and fire hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents

Lang Candles has received nine reports of the candles igniting, resulting in six reports of property damage, though no one has been injured.

Description

The recalled resin-encased candles came in 57 different models and themes, including a birdhouse design, watering can, flowerpot, and Halloween and Christmas designs. Generally, the candles measured between 1 ½ to 4 inches in height and 2 ½ to 3 inches in width. The multi-colored candles also had various fragrances, such as vanilla, eucalyptus, lavender, and butter pecan. Most of the units were filled with wax or had a metal wax-filled cup that was inserted inside the unit. On the bottom of all of the candles is a label that reads, "LANG CANDLES, LTD. 800.260.8297 www.lang.com MADE IN CHINA."

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact Lang Candles to receive a refund for each candle.

Consumer Contact

Call Lang Candles at (800) 260-8297 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to www.lang.com to view pictures of all of the recalled models and to receive instructions on obtaining a refund (note added 01/18/2005 - recall information is no longer on the firm's web site).

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