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CPSC, Home Interiors & Gifts Inc. Announce Recall of Candle Tins

Reported: May 31, 2005 Initiated: May 31, 2005 #05183

Product Description

The recall includes 6.5-ounce individually packaged candle tins that are 3¼ inches wide and 2 inches tall with an approximate burn time of 35 hours. The lidded tins are silver with fragrance name labels on the side. Fragrances include Sandalwood, Suede, Mulberry, Seaside Breeze, Hawaiian Delight, Carrot Cake, Fresh Peach, Baked Apple Pie, Vanilla Crème and Lemon Torte.

Reason for Recall

The candle flames could flare up out of the tin container during use, posing a fire and burn hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately. Consumers with the recalled candles should go to the firm's Web site at www.homeinteriors.com and click on the candle tin recall for instructions on how to return the candle tins free of charge. Consumers without Internet access can call the firm directly at the toll-free number listed below. Information will be available as of Friday, May 27, 2005 via the Home Interiors' website and the toll-free number. For every candle tin returned, consumers will receive a replacement Home Interiors Candle Tin of the same fragrance and also one of Home Interiors' fragranced body care products.

Details

Units Affected
About 300,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Home-Interiors--Gifts-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Candle-Tins

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recall includes 6.5-ounce individually packaged candle tins that are 3¼ inches wide and 2 inches tall with an approximate burn time of 35 hours. The lidded tins are silver with fragrance name labels on the side. Fragrances include Sandalwood, Suede, Mulberry, Seaside Breeze, Hawaiian Delight, Carrot Cake, Fresh Peach, Baked Apple Pie, Vanilla Crème and Lemon Torte.. Recalled by Home Interiors & Gifts Inc., of Carrollton, Texas. Units affected: About 300,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The candle flames could flare up out of the tin container during use, posing a fire and burn hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately. Consumers with the recalled candles should go to the firm's Web site at www.homeinteriors.com and click on the candle tin recall for instructions on how to return the candle tins free of charge. Consumers without Internet access can call the firm directly at the toll-free number listed below. Information will be available as of Friday, May 27, 2005 via the Home Interiors' website and the toll-free number. For every candle tin returned, consumers will receive a replacement Home Interiors Candle Tin of the same fragrance and also one of Home Interiors' fragranced body care products.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 31, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05183.

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