Hayes Company Inc. Recalls Outdoor Candles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Released: Thursday, September 06, 2007 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Hayes Company Inc., of Valley Center, Kan., is voluntarily recalling about 83,000 "Avant Yarde" Decorative Glaze Outdoor Candles. The candle's wax can catch fire causing a high flame, which poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Recall Details
Product
"Avant Yarde" Decorative Glaze Outdoor Candles
Description
The recall involves three styles of outdoor citronella candles with a glazed lower portion that is brown, blue, or green. The item number 18134 can be located on the top left part of the label on the bottom of the candle.
Hazards
The candle's wax can catch fire causing a high flame, which poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents
The firm has received two reports of consumers who suffered minor burns to their hands when they tried to extinguish flames coming from the candle.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and return them to any Ace Hardware store for a full refund.
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