CPSC recall · Reported February 10, 2004
CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Candle Sets
Paint on the exterior surface of the candles can sustain a flame, posing a potential fire hazard.
Dollar Tree Stores, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va recalled The recalled candles were sold in packages containing eight tea light candles and one gla….
CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Candle Sets was recalled by Dollar Tree Stores, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va in February 10, 2004. Reason: Paint on the exterior surface of the candles can sustain a flame, posing a potential fire hazard.. Remedy: Dollar Tree is offering a refund for each returned candle set.. Verify recall #04081 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Dollar Tree Stores, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va issued this CPSC recall-Paint on the exterior surface of the candles can sustain a flame, posing a potential fire hazard..
- None
- agency class
- 68K units
- affected scope
- February 10, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04081 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.
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Product description
The recalled candles were sold in packages containing eight tea light candles and one glass holder in the shape of a flower. The 1-inch-tall candles were available in either gold or silver. A label affixed to the top of the package containing the recalled candles reads "Luminessence™ candles, 8 T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder, NET WT 3.2 oz (EACH 10G)." The label affixed to the bottom of the package reads, "DOLLAR TREE DIST., CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320, MADE IN CHINA."
Reason for recall
Paint on the exterior surface of the candles can sustain a flame, posing a potential fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Dollar Tree is offering a refund for each returned candle set.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04081 |
| Date reported | February 10, 2004 |
| Date initiated | February 10, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Dollar Tree Stores, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va |
| Affected scope | 68,400 |
| 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
Dollar Tree is offering a refund for each returned candle set.
- Check the recall number (04081) 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.
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