CPSCNovember 21, 2006consumer
Pottery Barn Recalls Gourd Candles for Fire Hazard
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
The gourd candles can have excessive flame height and could fail to self-extinguish when burning down to the bottom of the candle, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using these candles and return them to Pottery Barn for a full refund. Customers who purchased the candles via catalog or potterybarn.com can call the toll-free number for a refund (including shipping).
Brands named
gourdgourd candlespotterypottery barn
Recall history
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- FDAPecan Toffee Clusters, The Candy Barn, 1113 Palm Ave Riverside, IA 52327, Net Wt: 5oz, flexible plastic bag2025-08-06
- FDAPeanut Butter Fudge, The Candy Barn, 1113 Palm Ave Riverside, IA 52327, Net Wt: 4oz, 10oz, packed in plastic clamshell2025-08-06
- FDAChocolate Fudge, The Candy Barn, 1113 Palm Ave Riverside, IA 52327, Net Wt: 4oz, 10oz, packed in plastic clamshell2025-08-06
- FDAChocolate Mint Fudge, The Candy Barn, 1113 Palm Ave Riverside, IA 52327, Net Wt: 4oz, 10oz, packed in plastic clamshell2025-08-06
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