The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·04010·Announced 2003-10-15

Recall of Candle and Soap Making For Dummies Book Due to Burn Hazard

John Wiley & Sons is recalling 5,400 copies of the Candle and Soap Making For Dummies book because incorrect lye instructions pose a burn risk.

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 risk-of-harm product (burn hazard from chemical reaction) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

John Wiley & Sons Inc. is recalling 5,400 copies of the "Candle and Soap Making For Dummies" paperback book. The book, which features a black and yellow cover with a photograph of candlesticks and soap slices, was sold at bookstores and discount department stores nationwide from August 2003 through September 2003 for approximately $20.

The recall was issued because the instructions for making lye in the book combine sodium hydroxide and water in an incorrect order. This error could cause the mixture to bubble over, posing a burn hazard to consumers. No injuries have been reported in connection with this product.

Consumers should return the book to the store where it was purchased for a full refund. They may also contact John Wiley & Sons toll-free at (877) 762-2974 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.wiley.com.

The recalled product

Product
Candle and Soap Making For Dummies Book
Manufacturer
John Wiley and Sons Inc., of Hoboken, N.J.
Category
Consumer Product — Books & Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
5,400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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