Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported April 20, 2011
Pacific Trade International Recalls Candles Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
The candles have a clear, plastic cup that can melt or ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
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The CPSC recalled The recall involves tea lights sold under the brand names Chesapeake Bay Candle and Moder… - a moderate-severity action.
Pacific Trade International Recalls Candles Due to Fire and Burn Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in April 20, 2011. Reason: The candles have a clear, plastic cup that can melt or ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the store where pu…. Verify recall #11200 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The candles have a clear, plastic cup that can melt or ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers..
- Moderate
- severity level
- April 20, 2011
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11200 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #11200) was formally reported on April 20, 2011. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 615,195 sets (about 7.48 million candles).
The documented reason for this recall is: The candles have a clear, plastic cup that can melt or ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the store where purchased for a store merchandise card equal to the purchase price. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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.
Household Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,056 household products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
About 615,195 sets (about 7.48 million candles)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recall involves tea lights sold under the brand names Chesapeake Bay Candle and Modern Light. The candles are various colors. They were sold in sets or with tea light containers. Tea lights from the below sets are involved with this recall. Only tea lights that do not have any lettering imprinted on the bottom of the tea light cup are included in this recall. Retailer Brand Description Dates Sold Price UPC Fred Meyer Chesapeake Bay Candle 36-piece plastic tea light set August 2009 - February 2011 About $12 754870634000, 754870687846 Retailer Brand Description Dates Sold Price UPC Super Value Modern Light Halloween votive holder with tea light, various scents August 2010 - November 2010 About $1 754870668128, 754870668135, 754870668142 Retailer Brand Description Dates Sold Price UPC Target Chesapeake Bay Candle Home Scents 12-count tea light candles, various scents July 2009 - February 2011 About $4 754870479250, 754870479328, 754870479397, 754870479441, 754870479496, 754870479540, 754870479649, 754870481147, 754870490583, 754870528262, 754870528347, 754870528361, 754870657689, 754870657726, 754870657764, 754870606458, 754870684333, 754870703386, 754870703423, 754870606359, 754870633416, 754870659072, 754870659119, 754870659157, 754870684296 Retailer Brand Description Dates Sold Price UPC Target Chesapeake Bay Candle Sweet Delights 12-count tea light candles, various scents January 2010 - February 2011 About $5 754870658693, 754870658709 Retailer Brand Description Dates Sold Price UPC Target Chesapeake Bay Candle Sentiments 12-count tea light candles, various scents February 2010 - June 2010 About $5 754870658334, 754870658341 RetailersBrandDescriptionDates SoldPriceUPC TJX/Marshall's/Homegoods Chesapeake Bay Candle Boo Flicker July 2010 - November 2010 About $5 754870700026 Retailer Brand Description Dates Sold Price UPC Wegmans Modern Light Four-piece Treetop Tealights, various scents November 2010 - December 2010 About $6 754870686580
Reason for recall
The candles have a clear, plastic cup that can melt or ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the store where purchased for a store merchandise card equal to the purchase price.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11200 |
| Date reported | April 20, 2011 |
| Date initiated | April 20, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 615,195 sets (about 7.48 million candles) |
| 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 immediately stop using the candles and return them to the store where purchased for a store merchandise card equ…
- Check the recall number (11200) 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? ▼
The recall involves tea lights sold under the brand names Chesapeake Bay Candle and Modern Light. The candles are various colors. They were sold in sets or with tea light containers. Tea lights from the below sets are involved with this recall. Only tea lights that do not have any lettering imprinted on the bottom of the tea light cup are included in this recall. Retailer Brand Description Dates Sold Price UPC Fred Meyer Chesapeake Bay Candle 36-piece plastic tea light set August 2009 - February 2011 About $12 754870634000, 754870687846 Retailer Brand Description Dates Sold Price UPC Super Value Modern Light Halloween votive holder with tea light, various scents August 2010 - November 2010 About $1 754870668128, 754870668135, 754870668142 Retailer Brand Description Dates Sold Price UPC Target Chesapeake Bay Candle Home Scents 12-count tea light candles, various scents July 2009 - February 2011 About $4 754870479250, 754870479328, 754870479397, 754870479441, 754870479496, 754870479540, 754870479649, 754870481147, 754870490583, 754870528262, 754870528347, 754870528361, 754870657689, 754870657726, 754870657764, 754870606458, 754870684333, 754870703386, 754870703423, 754870606359, 754870633416, 754870659072, 754870659119, 754870659157, 754870684296 Retailer Brand Description Dates Sold Price UPC Target Chesapeake Bay Candle Sweet Delights 12-count tea light candles, various scents January 2010 - February 2011 About $5 754870658693, 754870658709 Retailer Brand Description Dates Sold Price UPC Target Chesapeake Bay Candle Sentiments 12-count tea light candles, various scents February 2010 - June 2010 About $5 754870658334, 754870658341 RetailersBrandDescriptionDates SoldPriceUPC TJX/Marshall's/Homegoods Chesapeake Bay Candle Boo Flicker July 2010 - November 2010 About $5 754870700026 Retailer Brand Description Dates Sold Price UPC Wegmans Modern Light Four-piece Treetop Tealights, various scents November 2010 - December 2010 About $6 754870686580. Units affected: About 615,195 sets (about 7.48 million candles).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The candles have a clear, plastic cup that can melt or ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the store where purchased for a store merchandise card equal to the purchase price.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 20, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11200.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (11200) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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