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Product Recall
Katie Brown Tea Light Candle Sets recalled by Meijer Inc. Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Meijer Stores
Katie Brown 12-piece tea light candle sets
Recall Date: May 18th, 2011
Type: Candle Holders
Units: About 7,600
Hazards: The clear plastic candle holder can ignite, posing a serious burn and fire hazard to consumers.
Remedies: Refund
Consumers should stop using the tea light candles immediately and return all tea light candles sets to any Meijer Store for a full refund.
Description
The recalled wax tea light candles in clear plastic holders were sold in five different colors/scents: vanilla, spruce, snappy spice, sunny tuscany and sweet love. Model numbers are 50181MKB, 50182MKB, 50183MKB, 50184MKB and 50185MKB printed on the bottom of the tea light holder. The wax tea light candles measure approximately 2 inches in diameter. The Katie Brown logo is printed on the clear packaging cover of the tea lights. Printed on a label on the bottom of each 12-piece pack of tea light candles is “Distributed by Wholesale Merchandisers, Inc. 2929 Walker Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544. Made in India. www.katiebrown.meijer.com”
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Meijer at (800) 927-8699 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.meijer.comInjuries:
Meijer has received one report of the resin cup catching fire and melting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Retailers:
Meijer Stores in Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Illinois and Indiana from October 2010 through March 2011 for about $8.
Importers:
Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
