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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission,
in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers
should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise
instructed.
Name of Product: Jar candles
Units: About 1,300
Manufacturer: The Wick & Petal Co. of Indianapolis,
Ind.
Hazard: The candles can burn with a high flame, posing
a fire hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: Wick & Petal has received seven
reports of the candles burning with high flame, some resulting in
minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Description: This recall involves all Wick & Petal jar
candles. The candles have a cylindrical shape and a chrome lid.
The lid has a white label with a picture of the fragrance, the
fragrance name, and "Wick & Petal Co." printed on it.
Sold at: Select candle retailers and craft fairs in
Indiana from October 2007 through December 2007 for between $8
and $18.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the
recalled candles and return them to the place of purchase for a
full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact
Wick & Petal at (317) 441-8008 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET
Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.wickandpetal.com. The
company will accept collect calls on their main line number.
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