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CPSC, Hanna's Candle Co. Announce Recall of Millennium Candles Sold at SAMS CLUB Stores

  • Recalled Hanna's Candle Co. "Millennium Martini Scented Candle"
Name of Product:
Millennium Martini Scented Candle
Hazard:

The candle holder can crack when the burning wick touches the side of the glass, causing lacerations.

Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
December 23, 1999
Units:

Approximately 3,000

Consumer Contact

For more information, call Hanna's Candle Co. toll-free at (888) 242-6627.

Recall Details

Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hanna's Candle Co., of Fayetteville, Ark., is voluntarily recalling more than 3,000 Millennium candles sold to SAM’S CLUB. The candle holder can crack when the burning wick touches the side of the glass, causing lacerations.

There have been two incidents of cracked glass but no injuries reported with this product.

The recalled candles are in a martini glass, and are advertised as being for the New Millennium. The box is labeled "The Millennium Martini Scented Candle." The candle is sold in three different fragrances: Raspberry Guava, Passion Floral Fruit and Wine and Roses. The candle is about 11 inches tall with a diameter of 9 inches, and is filled with a gel material. The candle has four wicks.

SAM'S CLUB stores nationwide sold these candles from October 1999 through November 1999 for about $20.

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any SAM’S CLUB store for a full refund. For more information, call Hanna's Candle Co. toll-free at (888) 242-6627 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Remedy:

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any SAM’S CLUB store for a full refund.

Incidents/Injuries:

There have been two incidents of cracked glass but no injuries reported with this product.

Recall number:
00-044

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