AtHome America Recalls Candles Due to Fire Hazard

The candle's wicks are in close proximity, causing the candle to burn unevenly and faster than expected, posing a potential fire hazard.

Recall #: 08523
Affected scope: About 6,300

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The CPSC recalled The recall involves four-inch, square-shaped candles with four wicks. The candles were so….

AtHome America Recalls Candles Due to Fire Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in December 11, 2007. Reason: The candle's wicks are in close proximity, causing the candle to burn unevenly and faster than expected, posi…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact their AtHome consultant f…. Verify recall #08523 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The candle's wicks are in close proximity, causing the candle to burn unevenly and faster than expected, posi….

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agency class: December 11, 2007
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08523 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.

Product description

The recall involves four-inch, square-shaped candles with four wicks. The candles were sold in three styles: the Earth Hue Toasted Nutmeg and Spice candle, the Holiday Hue candle, and the Golden Metallic candle.

Reason for recall

The candle's wicks are in close proximity, causing the candle to burn unevenly and faster than expected, posing a potential fire hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact their AtHome consultant for a full refund. The company has sent direct notices to sales consultants and candle owners.

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	08523
Date reported	December 11, 2007
Date initiated	December 11, 2007
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 6,300
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 the candles immediately and contact their AtHome consultant for a full refund. The company has sent d…

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What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The candle's wicks are in close proximity, causing the candle to burn unevenly and faster than expected, posing a potential fire hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact their AtHome consultant for a full refund. The company has sent direct notices to sales consultants and candle owners.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 11, 2007. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 08523.

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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