FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 29, 2001
Release # 02-052
Candle Holder Recall Hotline: (800) 321-1494 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: Mark Ross, (301) 504-7076
CPSC, Darice Inc. Announce Recall of Candle Holders
WASHINGTON, D.C.- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC), Darice Inc., of Strongsville, Ohio, is voluntarily
recalling 60,000 wooden candle holders. When the candle burns down to
the bottom of the wick it can set the candle holder on fire, which poses
fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Darice Inc. has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is
being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
The recalled candle holders are constructed of unfinished wood and are
designed to be painted or decorated. The candle holders, which are
intended to support taper candles, come in five different shapes and
sizes.
The Darice wholesale catalog, independent craft stores nationwide,
including Pat Catan's Craft Centers and Ben Franklin Crafts, and Wal-
Mart Stores, sold the candle holders from October 2000 through November
2001 for about $2.
Consumers should stop using these candle holders immediately and call
Darice at (800) 321-1494 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through
Friday for a full refund. For more information, consumers should visit
the company's website at www.darice.com.
