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CPSC recall · Reported December 24, 2003

CPSC, Wal-Mart Expand Recall of Candles With Flammable Paint

Paint on the exterior surface of the candles could potentially sustain flame posing a potential fire hazard.

Recall #
04057
Affected scope
10,085 units of the "Painted Snowman" gift set
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Qingdao Kingking Applied Chemistry Co., Ltd., China recalled Each Home Trends Natural Holiday Collection Candle gift set contains three candles with a….

CPSC, Wal-Mart Expand Recall of Candles With Flammable Paint was recalled by Qingdao Kingking Applied Chemistry Co., Ltd., China in December 24, 2003. Reason: Paint on the exterior surface of the candles could potentially sustain flame posing a potential fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the candle gift set to Wal…. Verify recall #04057 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Qingdao Kingking Applied Chemistry Co., Ltd., China issued this CPSC recall-Paint on the exterior surface of the candles could potentially sustain flame posing a potential fire hazard..

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agency class
10K units
affected scope
December 24, 2003
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04057 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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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Product description

Each Home Trends Natural Holiday Collection Candle gift set contains three candles with a scene painted on the exterior. The "Painted Snowman" gift set includes three candles, a display plate, pine sprigs, and golden berries. The "Painted Snowman" gift set is model CAD2525193 and has UPC number 069302970040. Three similar Home Trend Ice Holiday Collection Candle gift sets were previously recalled.

Reason for recall

Paint on the exterior surface of the candles could potentially sustain flame posing a potential fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the candle gift set to Wal-Mart for a full refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 04057
Date reported December 24, 2003
Date initiated December 24, 2003
Recalling firm Qingdao Kingking Applied Chemistry Co., Ltd., China
Affected scope 10,085 units of the "Painted Snowman" gift set
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

10,085 units of the "Painted Snowman" gift set units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
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

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the candle gift set to Wal-Mart for a full refund.

  • Check the recall number (04057) 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 Home Trends Natural Holiday Collection Candle gift set contains three candles with a scene painted on the exterior. The "Painted Snowman" gift set includes three candles, a display plate, pine sprigs, and golden berries. The "Painted Snowman" gift set is model CAD2525193 and has UPC number 069302970040. Three similar Home Trend Ice Holiday Collection Candle gift sets were previously recalled.. Recalled by Qingdao Kingking Applied Chemistry Co., Ltd., China. Units affected: 10,085 units of the "Painted Snowman" gift set.
Why was this product recalled?
Paint on the exterior surface of the candles could potentially sustain flame posing a potential fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the candle gift set to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 24, 2003. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 04057.
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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