Warning
Trader Joe's Company Recalls Mango Tangerine Scented Candles Due to Fire Hazard
Injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using this product immediately.
Source: CPSC
WarningRecall #24342
Trader Joe's Company Recalls Mango Tangerine Scented Candles Due to Fire Hazard
Trader Joe's Company, of Monrovia, California · Mango Tangerine Scented Candles
Product Description
This recall involves Trader Joe's Mango Tangerine Scented Candles with SKU 56879. The candles are white colored wax with a cotton wick in a tin container. The candles weigh about 5.7 ounces, and SKU number 56879 is located on the bottom of the tin container.
Hazard
The candle flame can spread from the wick to the wax causing a larger than expected flame, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Mango Tangerine Scented Candles sold in June 2024 and return the candle to any Trader Joe's store for a full cash refund of $4, or complete the Product Feedback Form online at https://www.traderjoes.com/home/contact-us/product-feedback to receive a $4 Trader Joe's gift card by mail. Consumers will receive a response from Customer Relations requesting a receipt or a photo of the candle.
Refund
Reported Injuries
The firm has received 14 reports of incidents involving high flames with the recalled candles, including three reports of minor property damage and two reports of minor burns.
411 Press Analysis
The firm has received 14 reports of incidents involving high flames with the recalled candles, including three reports of minor property damage and two reports. The CPSC has recalled about 653,000 of Mango Tangerine Scented Candles, manufactured by Trader Joe's Company, of Monrovia, California. The recall was announced on August 15, 2024. The candle flame can spread from the wick to the wax causing a larger than expected flame, posing a fire hazard. Consumers should discontinue use and obtain a full refund. The manufacturer has confirmed the recall and is providing remedy options to affected purchasers. Report any incidents involving this product to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov.
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