Vance Kitira Recalls Cinnamon Spice Candles Due to Fire Hazard
Cinnamon Spice Candles
Date of Recall
2007-07-18CPSC Release Number
07-240Manufactured In
ThailandCompany Phone Number
(800) 646-6360Units
About 2,000Importer
Vance Kitira International, of Little Falls, N.J.Sold By
Department stores and candle retailers nationwide from May 2006 through June 2007 for about $20.Problem/Hazard
There are no instructions on the candle warning consumers to remove the cinnamon sticks and trim the wick before lighting the candle. The cinnamon sticks can ignite, posing a fire hazard.Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received one report of a cinnamon stick igniting and causing a small fire contained to the candle. No injuries have been reported.Description
The recalled candle is 4-inches in diameter and 6-inches tall with a long wick that ties two cinnamon sticks to the top of the candle. The candle is brown and cream in color. The item number (CS406BR) and "CinnSpc Cndl 4x6 Brown $19.99," and "Made in Thailand" are printed on the label on the bottom of the candle.Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and contact the firm for instructions on how to remove the cinnamon sticks and trim the wick.Consumer Contact
For additional information, call Vance Kitira at (800) 646-6360 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://vancekitira.comRecall Comments
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