CPSC recall · Reported September 25, 2013
Votive Candle Holders Sold at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Mercuries Asia
The decorative ant's arms, used to hold up the votive cup, can break. If this happens, a lit candle can tip over or fall out, posing fire and burn hazards.
Mercuries Asia Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan recalled This recall involves candle holders designed to resemble a large ant. The black metal can….
Votive Candle Holders Sold at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Recalled Due to Fire Hazar… was recalled by Mercuries Asia Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan in September 25, 2013. Reason: The decorative ant's arms, used to hold up the votive cup, can break. If this happens, a lit candle can tip o…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled votive candle holders and return the…. Verify recall #13291 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Mercuries Asia Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan issued this CPSC recall-The decorative ant's arms, used to hold up the votive cup, can break. If this happens, a lit candle can tip o….
- None
- agency class
- September 25, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13291 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
This recall involves candle holders designed to resemble a large ant. The black metal candle holders are 6 ½ inches tall and were sold as either a male or female. The male ant has a polka dot bow tie and the female has a white pearl necklace. Both ants hold up a clear glass votive cup. The words "Backyard BBQ" and "Glass Votive Holder" are printed on the front of the packaging. SKU number 426154 can be found on the underside of the packaging.
Reason for recall
The decorative ant's arms, used to hold up the votive cup, can break. If this happens, a lit candle can tip over or fall out, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled votive candle holders and return them to any Cracker Barrel Old Country Store location or mail to Mercuries Asia USA, Ltd., 1501 Gary Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 for a full refund, including shipping.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13291 |
| Date reported | September 25, 2013 |
| Date initiated | September 25, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Mercuries Asia Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan |
| Affected scope | About 7,900 |
| 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 recalled votive candle holders and return them to any Cracker Barrel Old Country Stor…
- Check the recall number (13291) 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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