AtHome America Four-wick Decorative Earth Hue, Nutmeg /Spice, Holiday Hue, Golden Metallic Candles

Description: AtHome America Recalls Candles Due to Fire Hazard Recall Alert U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 December 11, 2007 Alert #08-523 AtHome America Recalls Candles Due to Fire Hazard The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Four-wick Decorative Candles Units: About 6,300 Importer: AtHome America Inc., of Alsip, Ill. Hazard: The candle’s wicks are in close proximity causing the candle to burn unevenly and faster than expected, posing a potential fire hazard. Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of melted wax on a table. No injuries or property damage have been reported. Description: The recall involves four-inch, square-shaped candles with four wicks. The candles were sold in three styles: the Earth Hue Toasted Nutmeg and Spice candle, the Holiday Hue candle, and the Golden Metallic candle. Sold by: AtHome America consultants from the 2007 Fall & Holiday Catalog from August 2007 through October 2007 for about $17. Manufactured in: Vietnam Remedy: Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact their AtHome consultant for a full refund. The company has sent direct notices to sales consultants and candle owners. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact AtHome America at 800-928-4663 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.athome.com [Learn More]