CPSC recall · Reported April 20, 2005
CPSC and Global Gift Industries Announce Recall of Martha Stewart Everyday Brand Flowerpot Candle Sets Sold Exclusively at Kmart
These candles can have a high flame, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Global Gift Industries, of San Diego, Calif. recalled These scented flowerpot-shaped candles are about 2.5 inches high and have a sand coating.….
CPSC and Global Gift Industries Announce Recall of Martha Stewart Everyday Brand Flowerpo… was recalled by Global Gift Industries, of San Diego, Calif. in April 20, 2005. Reason: These candles can have a high flame, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and contact Global Gift Industries …. Verify recall #05159 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Global Gift Industries, of San Diego, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-These candles can have a high flame, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers..
- None
- agency class
- April 20, 2005
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05159 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
These scented flowerpot-shaped candles are about 2.5 inches high and have a sand coating. They were sold in two different four-piece sets. One set containing three candles of different shades of green and one ivory candle with code number KMS8428 and UPC number 7 50197 88428 9. The other set contains a blue, white, orange and cream colored candle with code number KMS8427 and UPC number 7 50197 88427 2. The code numbers and UPC can be found in the white box on the bottom of the packaging. Other writing on the packaging includes, "MARTHA STEWART everyday" and "sunny meadow."
Reason for recall
These candles can have a high flame, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and contact Global Gift Industries to request a free replacement product, or return them to any Kmart store for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05159 |
| Date reported | April 20, 2005 |
| Date initiated | April 20, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Global Gift Industries, of San Diego, Calif. |
| Affected scope | 16,000 sets |
| 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 candles immediately and contact Global Gift Industries to request a free replacement product, o…
- Check the recall number (05159) 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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