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CPSC recall · Reported September 25, 2003

CPSC, Lang Candles Ltd. Announce Recall of Melting Pot Gift Sets

The melting pots can produce excessive flame and/or ignite, presenting a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Recall #
03199
Affected scope
9,000
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Lang Candles Ltd., of Delafield, Wis. recalled Each melting pot gift set is packaged in a heart-shaped paperboard gift box with a cerami… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Lang Candles Ltd. Announce Recall of Melting Pot Gift Sets was recalled by Lang Candles Ltd., of Delafield, Wis. in September 25, 2003. Reason: The melting pots can produce excessive flame and/or ignite, presenting a fire and burn hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Lang is offering a full refund for each returned gift set. For instruction information, c…. Verify recall #03199 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Lang Candles Ltd., of Delafield, Wis. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The melting pots can produce excessive flame and/or ignite, presenting a fire and burn hazard to consumers..

Moderate
severity level
9K units
affected scope
September 25, 2003
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03199 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #03199) was formally reported on September 25, 2003. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Lang Candles Ltd., of Delafield, Wis. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 9,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The melting pots can produce excessive flame and/or ignite, presenting 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: Lang is offering a full refund for each returned gift set. For instruction information, contact Lang. - 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.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

9,000

Related Recalls

6

4 from same agency

Product description

Each melting pot gift set is packaged in a heart-shaped paperboard gift box with a ceramic melting pot (simmer pot), four individually wrapped scented wax melters of various scents, and six tea light candles that have "Lang" printed on the top. The gift sets diffuse aroma by liquefying the scented wax melter on top of the melting pot through the use of a tea light candle placed in the bottom of the melter. The gift sets were sold in nine different themes/styles printed on the exterior of the gift box lid and melting pot. The name of the theme and its respective "Part Number" are printed on the label affixed to the underside of the gift box: Warm Your Heart 0614001, Above the Fruited Plains 0614002, Noel Rose 0614003, Holiday Bounty 0614004, All Decked Out 0614005, Stars Stars Stars 0614006, Herb Garden 0614007, Home and Heart 0614008, and Frances' Garden 0614009.

Reason for recall

The melting pots can produce excessive flame and/or ignite, presenting a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Lang is offering a full refund for each returned gift set. For instruction information, contact Lang.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 03199
Date reported September 25, 2003
Date initiated September 25, 2003
Recalling firm Lang Candles Ltd., of Delafield, Wis.
Affected scope 9,000
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.

Scale of Impact

9,000 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Lang is offering a full refund for each returned gift set. For instruction information, contact Lang.

  • Check the recall number (03199) 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?
Each melting pot gift set is packaged in a heart-shaped paperboard gift box with a ceramic melting pot (simmer pot), four individually wrapped scented wax melters of various scents, and six tea light candles that have "Lang" printed on the top. The gift sets diffuse aroma by liquefying the scented wax melter on top of the melting pot through the use of a tea light candle placed in the bottom of the melter. The gift sets were sold in nine different themes/styles printed on the exterior of the gift box lid and melting pot. The name of the theme and its respective "Part Number" are printed on the label affixed to the underside of the gift box: Warm Your Heart 0614001, Above the Fruited Plains 0614002, Noel Rose 0614003, Holiday Bounty 0614004, All Decked Out 0614005, Stars Stars Stars 0614006, Herb Garden 0614007, Home and Heart 0614008, and Frances' Garden 0614009.. Recalled by Lang Candles Ltd., of Delafield, Wis.. Units affected: 9,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The melting pots can produce excessive flame and/or ignite, presenting a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Lang is offering a full refund for each returned gift set. For instruction information, contact Lang.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 25, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03199.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (03199) 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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