Monday, October 06, 2008

Old Williamsburgh Candle Corp. Recalls Mason Jar Candles Due To Laceration and Burn Hazard

Released: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 by CPSC

Jan

30

2007
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Old Williamsburgh Candle Corp., of Brooklyn, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 3.7 million Old Williamsburgh Mason Jar Candles, sizes 3.5 to 5.0 oz. The wick can move from the center of the jar to the side causing the glass to overheat and possibly crack or shatter. Exposure to broken glass and molten wax poses laceration and burn hazards to consumers.

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Recall Details

Product

Old Williamsburgh Mason Jar Candles, sizes 3.5 to 5.0 oz.

Description

This recall involves all scents and colors of Mason Jar Candles in 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, and 5.0 oz. sizes. The size of the candle is specified on the label at the bottom of the jar, on the last line of the label. Replacement Mason Jar Candles, which are not included in the recall, have a "Q" on either side of the label.

Hazards

The wick can move from the center of the jar to the side causing the glass to overheat and possibly crack or shatter. Exposure to broken glass and molten wax poses laceration and burn hazards to consumers.

Incidents

Old Williamsburgh Candle Corp. has received 11 reports of the candles cracking or shattering, including one laceration injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the place of purchase for an exchange or full refund.


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