CPSC recall · Reported August 12, 2014
CoScentrix Recalls Candles in Metal Tins Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Hobby Lobby
The candle's high flame can ignite the surface of the wax and the polymer coating on the tin-plated container, posing a fire hazard.
CoScentrix, of Carson, Calif. recalled This recall involves 4-ounce DD branded candles sold in a round metal tin with a metal li….
CoScentrix Recalls Candles in Metal Tins Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Hobby Lo… was recalled by CoScentrix, of Carson, Calif. in August 12, 2014. Reason: The candle's high flame can ignite the surface of the wax and the polymer coating on the tin-plated container…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the nearest Hobby …. Verify recall #14254 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
CoScentrix, of Carson, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The candle's high flame can ignite the surface of the wax and the polymer coating on the tin-plated container….
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- August 12, 2014
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14254 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.
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Product description
This recall involves 4-ounce DD branded candles sold in a round metal tin with a metal lid. The single wick candles are 2.75 inches wide by 2 inches high and were sold in 35 fragrances and colors of wax. A "DD" logo is embossed atop the metal lid. The candle fragrance is printed on a label affixed to the outside of the tin. A label on the underside of the tin is marked "$5.99" and has the SKU and batch number. Candles included in the recall have the following SKU numbers: #195156 - Smoke Away #517060 - Spiced Raisin Cake #517417 - Frosted Forest #518886 - Holly Berry #524058 - Spicy Currant #526970 - Sugar Plum #534628 - Celebration #540559 - Winter Blossom #546333 - Vanilla Toddy #763979 - Autumn Moonlight #764126 - Fern Leaf #764720 - Sea Spa #765891 - Eucalyptus Verbena #766188 - French Berries #767434 - Italian Linen #779405 - Lavender and Sage #782136 - Clementine and Mango #783910 - Spiced Amber #785444 - Grapefruit and Cinnamon #787473 - Pink Pepper #792978 - Beach Get-A-Way #798389 - Southern Magnolia #798546 - Spring Bouquet #804492 - Lemonseed and Parsley #804526 - Cinnamon Embers #807990 - Tuscan Harvest #808006 - Vanilla Orchid #808048 - Vintage Luxe #819417 - Mulberry Apple #826776 - Bamboo Jasmine #832436 - Aged Driftwood #835348 - Parisian Garden #835702 - Summer Sunshine #840579 - Roasted Pear #841080 - Cashmere Petals The batch numbers included are: 14070, 14071, 14072, 14073, 14076, 14077, 14078, 14132, 14134, 14135, 14139, 14140, 14155, 14156, 14157 and 14178.
Reason for recall
The candle's high flame can ignite the surface of the wax and the polymer coating on the tin-plated container, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby. Consumers with a receipt will receive a full refund, without a receipt a store credit will be issued. Online purchasers should contact CoScentrix for instructions on returning the product.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14254 |
| Date reported | August 12, 2014 |
| Date initiated | August 12, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | CoScentrix, of Carson, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 126,000 |
| 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 nearest Hobby Lobby. Consumers with a receipt will rec…
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