The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11061·Announced 2010-12-07

Silver Metallic Pillar Candles Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

General Wax & Candle Company is recalling Silver Metallic Pillar Candles sold at Bed Bath & Beyond due to a fire hazard.

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, but the source text explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

General Wax & Candle Company is recalling approximately 12,000 Silver Metallic Pillar Candles sold exclusively at Bed Bath & Beyond stores nationwide from October 2010 through November 2010. The candles were sold in two sizes: 2.8 by 4 inches and 2.8 by 6 inches. The recall involves candles with "Metallic Pillar Candle" and UPC code 886718560827 or 886718560926 printed on the bottom of the plastic wrapping.

The metallic paint on the candles can ignite, posing a risk of fire. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately. They can return the candles to any Bed Bath & Beyond store or contact General Wax and Candle at (800) 543-0642 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, for a full refund.

The recalled product

Product
Silver Metallic Pillar Candles
Manufacturer
General Wax & Candle Company, of North Hollywood, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Candles
Hazard
Affected units
12,000

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

UPCs (2)

  • 886718560827
  • 886718560926

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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