The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06021·Announced 2005-11-01

Target Recalls Pillar Candles With Jewels Due to Fire Hazard

Target is recalling about 17,000 pillar candles with jewels because the paint coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

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, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, meeting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Target Corporation is recalling approximately 17,000 units of Pillar Candles With Jewels. The candles were sold nationwide at Target stores during August 2005 for approximately $5 or $8, depending on the size. The product was imported by Pacific Trade International Inc. of Rockville, Md., and manufactured in China.

The recall was issued because the black paint coating on the outside of the candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard. The candles measure about 3 inches in diameter and are available in two heights: 3 inches and 6 inches. Each candle features eight diamond-like ornaments located approximately 1 inch from the bottom edge. The packaging consists of clear plastic wrapping tied with a ribbon, and the bottom label displays "Distributed by Target Corporation" along with the numbers 054 09 1533 or 054 09 2528.

No injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall. Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store to receive a Target GiftCard worth the value of the returned candle. For additional information, consumers can contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit www.target.com.

The recalled product

Product
Pillar Candles With Jewels
Manufacturer
Pacific Trade International Inc., of Rockville, Md.
Category
Consumer Product — Candles & Candle Holders
Hazard
Affected units
17,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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