CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

Resin in the candleholder can ignite, posing a serious burn and fire hazard to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • January 7, 2004

CPSC, Lang Candles Announce Recall of Thematic Candles

The recalled resin-encased candles came in 57 different models and themes, including a birdhouse design, watering can, flowerpot, and Halloween and Christmas designs. Generally, the candles measured 1½ to 4 inches in height and 2½ to 3 inches in width. The multi-colored candles also had various fragrances, such as vanilla, eucalyptus, lavender, and butter pecan. Most of the units were filled with wax or had a metal wax-filled cup that was inserted inside the unit. On the bottom of all of the candles is a label that reads, "LANG CANDLES, LTD. 800.260.8297 www.lang.com MADE IN CHINA."

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact Lang Candles to receive a refund for each candle.

Contact Information

Call Lang Candles at (800) 260-8297 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to www.lang.com to view pictures of all of the recalled models and to receive instructions on obtaining a refund.

Recall Details

Sold At
Small craft and candle stores sold the candles, from September 2001 through May 2003, for between $9 and $13. The candles were sold individually and in prepacks of two or three units.
Injuries
Lang Candles has received nine reports of the candles igniting, resulting in six reports of property damage, though no one has been injured.
Manufacturer
Lang Candles, of Delafield, Wis.
Recall Number
04061

Product Information

Product Name
Thematic Candles
Product Type
Candles & Candle Holders
Number of Units
92,000
Manufacturer Name
Lang Candles, of Delafield, Wis.
Manufactured In
China

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (800) 260-8297
Website www.lang.com
Full Contact Information

Call Lang Candles at (800) 260-8297 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or log on to www.lang.com to view pictures of all of the recalled models and to receive instructions on obtaining a refund.