The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·02074·Announced 2001-12-20

Walgreens Recalls Candele Glitter Candles Due to Fire Hazard

Walgreens is recalling Candele glitter candles because the glitter can ignite. Consumers should stop using them and contact Walgreens for a refund.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fire hazard with one reported incident of ignition, but no injuries or property damage have been reported, fitting the criteria for a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Walgreen Co. is recalling Candele glitter candles because the glitter coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard. The recalled pillar candles were sold in two sizes (three-inches and six-inches high) and three colors (red, green, and gold). They were sold at Walgreens stores nationwide from August 2001 through December 2001 for between $3 and $4. The specific item numbers printed on the label at the bottom of the affected candles are 642413, 642423, 642424, 642409, 642410, and 642411.

Walgreens received one report of the glitter on a candle catching fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported. Approximately 50,500 units are involved in this recall.

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact Walgreens for a refund. For more information, consumers can call Walgreens at (847) 914-2742 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.walgreens.com.

The recalled product

Product
Candele glitter candles
Manufacturer
Walgreen Co., of Deerfield, Ill.
Category
Consumer Product — Candles
Hazard
Affected units
50,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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