Recall: Christmas Candles Recalled by Alene Candles

February 5, 2001 Alert #01-508

CPSC, Alene Candles Announce Recall of Christmas Candles

PRODUCT: Christmas candles - Alene Candles Inc. of Milford, N.H., is voluntarily recalling approximately 38,000 Christmas candles. The 22.5- ounce Christmas candle is in a ceramic container. It has three wicks and red wax. The ceramic container is decorated with an ice skating snow couple, and was sold as part of the "Snow Friends" Collection. The candle scent is cinnamon stick. Bath & Body Works and White Barn Candle stores nationwide sold these candles from October 2000 through December 2000 for about $20.

PROBLEM: These candles can burn with a high flame, presenting a fire hazard.

INCIDENTS/INJURIES:Alene Candles has received three reports of high flame. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

WHAT TO DO:Consumers should stop using this recalled candle immediately and return it to any Bath & Body Works or White Barn Candle store for a refund and a $10 gift certificate. For additional information, consumers should call Bath & Body Works/White Barn Candle Co. Customer Service at (800) 395-1001 between 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.