CPSCNovember 23, 2010consumer
Metallic Taper Candles Sold Exclusively at Yankee Candle Stores Recalled by General Wax & Candle Company Due to Fire Hazard
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
The metallic paint can ignite on the candles, posing a risk of fire.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and return them to any Yankee Candle store or contact General Wax and Candle for a full refund.
Brands named
general wax candlesilversilver andmetallicmetallic taper
UPCs
609032492687609032492694
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