Candles Recalled by Schottenstein and Value City Department Stores

NEWS from CPSC

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 24, 2001
Release #01-160c 		Company Telephone Number: (888) 278-6370
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: Kim Dulic, (301) 504-7058

CPSC, Schottenstein and Value City Department Stores Recall Candles

PRODUCT: Candles - Schottenstein and Value City Department Stores, of Columbus, Ohio, are voluntarily recalling about 10,800 candles. The candles were sold in two different size terracotta ceramic containers. One container has a vase-shape, leaf design and a silver paint coating and measures about 3.5 inches high. The other container has a jar-shape, rope design around the top of the container with a silver paint coating and measures about 2 inches high. Schottenstein and Value City Stores nationwide sold the candles from October 2000 through December 2000 for about $1.

PROBLEM: The candle flame can ignite the silver paint coating on the candle container, presenting a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported.

WHAT TO DO: Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and contact Schottenstein or Value City Stores at (888) 278-6370 anytime to receive a refund and a $5 off coupon for use at Schottenstein or Value City Stores.

Picture of Recalled Candles