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CPSC recall · Reported July 5, 2012

Bath Petals Recalls Soy Candles Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards

The candle can burn with a high flame, causing excessive heat. This poses a fire hazard. The heat and flame can cause the glass candle holder to shatter. This poses a laceration h…

Recall #
12216
Affected scope
About 1,600 in the United States and 1,200 in Canada
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Bath Petals Inc., of Gardena, Calif. recalled The candles are 7.5 oz. soy candles sold in four colors and scents: Australian Eucalyptus….

Bath Petals Recalls Soy Candles Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards was recalled by Bath Petals Inc., of Gardena, Calif. in July 5, 2012. Reason: The candle can burn with a high flame, causing excessive heat. This poses a fire hazard. The heat and flame c…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and contact Bath Petals for a full …. Verify recall #12216 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Bath Petals Inc., of Gardena, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The candle can burn with a high flame, causing excessive heat. This poses a fire hazard. The heat and flame c….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12216 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

The candles are 7.5 oz. soy candles sold in four colors and scents: Australian Eucalyptus, California Rose Garden, French Alpine and Thai Lemongrass Ginger. "Bath petals" and the scent name are printed on the glass candle holder. The following UPC codes are on the bottom of the box: 6-10696-55269-3, 7-97734-03754-8, 7-97734-03755-5 and 7-97734-03758-6

Reason for recall

The candle can burn with a high flame, causing excessive heat. This poses a fire hazard. The heat and flame can cause the glass candle holder to shatter. This poses a laceration hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and contact Bath Petals for a full refund.

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 12216
Date reported July 5, 2012
Date initiated July 5, 2012
Recalling firm Bath Petals Inc., of Gardena, Calif.
Affected scope About 1,600 in the United States and 1,200 in Canada
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 Bath Petals for a full refund.

  • Check the recall number (12216) 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 candles are 7.5 oz. soy candles sold in four colors and scents: Australian Eucalyptus, California Rose Garden, French Alpine and Thai Lemongrass Ginger. "Bath petals" and the scent name are printed on the glass candle holder. The following UPC codes are on the bottom of the box: 6-10696-55269-3, 7-97734-03754-8, 7-97734-03755-5 and 7-97734-03758-6. Recalled by Bath Petals Inc., of Gardena, Calif.. Units affected: About 1,600 in the United States and 1,200 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
The candle can burn with a high flame, causing excessive heat. This poses a fire hazard. The heat and flame can cause the glass candle holder to shatter. This poses a laceration hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and contact Bath Petals for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 5, 2012. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 12216.
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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