CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Paint on the exterior surface of the candles can sustain a flame, posing a potential fire hazard.
CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Candle Sets
The recalled candles were sold in packages containing eight tea light candles and one glass holder in the shape of a flower. The 1-inch-tall candles were available in either gold or silver. A label affixed to the top of the package containing the recalled candles reads "Luminessence™ candles, 8 T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder, NET WT 3.2 oz (EACH 10G)." The label affixed to the bottom of the package reads, "DOLLAR TREE DIST., CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320, MADE IN CHINA."
Required Consumer Action
Dollar Tree is offering a refund for each returned candle set.
Contact Information
For more information, call Dollar Tree Stores, Inc. at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company website at www.dollartree.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Dollar Tree, Only One Dollar, Only $1, Dollar Express, and Dollar Bills retail stores nationwide, from September 2003 through October 2003, for $1.
Injuries
Dollar Tree received six reports of candles producing excessive flame and/or igniting. Three of these reports involved minor injuries and three involved minor property damage.
Manufacturer
Dollar Tree Stores, Inc., of Chesapeake, VA
Recall Number
04081
Product Information
Product Name
Luminessence™ T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder
Product Type
Candles & Candle Holders
Number of Units
68,400
Manufacturer Name
Dollar Tree Stores, Inc., of Chesapeake, VA
Manufactured In
China