Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported March 8, 2001
CPSC, Xanadu Candle Co. Announce Recall of Candles
These candles can burn with a high flame, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
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Xanadu Candle Co., of Guatemala City, Guatemala recalled These candles were all sold in glass containers. A label on the bottom of these candles r… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Xanadu Candle Co. Announce Recall of Candles was recalled by Xanadu Candle Co., of Guatemala City, Guatemala in March 8, 2001. Reason: These candles can burn with a high flame, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these recalled candles immediately and return them to any Bat…. Verify recall #01101 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Xanadu Candle Co., of Guatemala City, Guatemala issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-These candles can burn with a high flame, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers..
- Moderate
- severity level
- March 8, 2001
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01101 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #01101) was formally reported on March 8, 2001. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Xanadu Candle Co., of Guatemala City, Guatemala is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 2.8 million.
The documented reason for this recall is: These candles can burn with a high flame, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using these recalled candles immediately and return them to any Bath & Body Works or The White Barn Candle Co. store for store credit for the price of the candle and a $5 coupon… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 4 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Food recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,126 food recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
About 2.8 million
Related Recalls
6
4 from same agency
Product description
These candles were all sold in glass containers. A label on the bottom of these candles reads, "Nature's Preserves™" "Home Fragrance Filled" or "Spring Hydrangea." The "Nature's Preserves™" candles include a 16-ounce canning jar container filled with imitation fruit, a 10-ounce round container filled with imitation flowers, jars containing candy corn or jelly beans, containers filled with star or tree shapes, square-shaped jars containing imitation vegetables, and "Beauty In Bloom™ Botanical" candles. The "Home Fragrance" candles are sold in iced tea/lemonade glasses, champagne flutes and sherbet glasses. The "Spring Hydrangea" candles were round containers filled with imitation flowers. The bottom label on all the candles reads, "Trim wick to 1/4" before each lighting," "The White Barn Candle Co." and/or "Bath & Body Works."
Reason for recall
These candles can burn with a high flame, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these recalled candles immediately and return them to any Bath & Body Works or The White Barn Candle Co. store for store credit for the price of the candle and a $5 coupon, or for a cash refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01101 |
| Date reported | March 8, 2001 |
| Date initiated | March 8, 2001 |
| Recalling firm | Xanadu Candle Co., of Guatemala City, Guatemala |
| Affected scope | About 2.8 million |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these recalled candles immediately and return them to any Bath & Body Works or The White Barn Candle …
- Check the recall number (01101) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
These candles were all sold in glass containers. A label on the bottom of these candles reads, "Nature's Preserves™" "Home Fragrance Filled" or "Spring Hydrangea." The "Nature's Preserves™" candles include a 16-ounce canning jar container filled with imitation fruit, a 10-ounce round container filled with imitation flowers, jars containing candy corn or jelly beans, containers filled with star or tree shapes, square-shaped jars containing imitation vegetables, and "Beauty In Bloom™ Botanical" candles. The "Home Fragrance" candles are sold in iced tea/lemonade glasses, champagne flutes and sherbet glasses. The "Spring Hydrangea" candles were round containers filled with imitation flowers. The bottom label on all the candles reads, "Trim wick to 1/4" before each lighting," "The White Barn Candle Co." and/or "Bath & Body Works.". Recalled by Xanadu Candle Co., of Guatemala City, Guatemala. Units affected: About 2.8 million.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
These candles can burn with a high flame, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these recalled candles immediately and return them to any Bath & Body Works or The White Barn Candle Co. store for store credit for the price of the candle and a $5 coupon, or for a cash refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 8, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01101.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (01101) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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