CPSC, Darice Inc. Announce Recall of Candle Holders
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2053.
The recalled candle holders are constructed of unfinished wood and are designed to be painted or decorated. The candle holders, which are intended to support taper candles, come in five different shapes and sizes.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2053.
Consumers should stop using these candle holders immediately and call Darice for a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact The Darice Wholesale Catalog, Independent Craft Stores Nationwide, Including Pat Catan's Craft Centers And Ben Franklin Crafts, And Wal-mart Stores, Sold The Candle Holders, From October 2000 Through November 2001, For About $2. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2053.
Consumers may call Darice at (800) 321-1494 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. For more information, consumers should visit the company's website at www.darice.com
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The Darice Wholesale Catalog, Independent Craft Stores Nationwide, Including Pat Catan's Craft Centers And Ben Franklin Crafts, And Wal-mart Stores, Sold The Candle Holders, From October 2000 Through November 2001, For About $2. Recall FAQ
The Darice Wholesale Catalog, Independent Craft Stores Nationwide, Including Pat Catan's Craft Centers And Ben Franklin Crafts, And Wal-mart Stores, Sold The Candle Holders, From October 2000 Through November 2001, For About $2. is the subject of a lighting recall: CPSC, Darice Inc. Announce Recall of Candle Holders. The notice was published on November 29, 2001 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 60,000 units are potentially affected.