Tuesday, October 07, 2008

Tequila Rose Distilling Co. Recalls Gel Candles Due To Fire and Burn Hazards

Released: Wednesday, April 18, 2007 by CPSC

Apr

18

2007
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), McCormick Distilling Co., doing business as Tequila Rose Distilling Co., of Weston, Mo., is voluntarily recalling about 60,000 Tequila Rose Strawberry Cream candle sets. The martini glass containing the gel candle can break while the candle is burning, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

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Recall Details

Product

Tequila Rose Strawberry Cream candle sets

Description

The recalled gel candles came in the Tequila Rose Strawberry Cream set, a Valentine's Day gift set. The candle has pink gel and is contained in a martini glass. The words "Tequila Rose" and "Made in China" are printed on the glass. The gift set also includes a 750 milliliters bottle of Tequila Rose Strawberry Cream liqueur.

Hazards

The martini glass containing the gel candle can break while the candle is burning, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Incidents

The firm has received three reports of glasses breaking while the candle was burning. No fires or injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the gel candle and contact the firm for instructions on how to get a free replacement candle.


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