CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The metallic paint can ignite on the candles, posing a risk of fire.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • November 23, 2010

Metallic Taper Candles Sold Exclusively at Yankee Candle Stores Recalled by General Wax & Candle Company Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves 10 inch metallic silver and gold taper candles. The price "$1.99" and the UPC code 609032492687 or 609032492694 are printed on the candles' plastic wrapping.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and return them to any Yankee Candle store or contact General Wax and Candle for a full refund.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact General Wax and Candle at (800) 543-0642 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website atwww.generalwaxrefund.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Yankee Candle stores nationwide from October 2010 through November 2010 for about $2.
Injuries
None reported
Manufacturer
General Wax & Candle Company, of North Hollywood, Calif.
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
11052

Product Information

Product Name
Silver and Gold Metallic Taper Candles
Product Type
Candles or Candlesticks
Number of Units
About 33,000
Manufacturer Name
General Wax & Candle Company, of North Hollywood, Calif.
Manufactured In
United States

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Contact Manufacturer

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

Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact General Wax and Candle at (800) 543-0642 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website atwww.generalwaxrefund.com