Release #08-240


Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 925-6278

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908


Wal-Mart Recalls Candle Holders Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards


WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.


Name of Product: Holiday Times Candleholders


Units: About 61,000


Importer: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.


Hazard: The candle holders could tip over, posing a fire hazard. Also, the glass holder could break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.


Incidents/Injuries: None reported.


Description: This recall involves three Holiday Times candle holders shaped as a Santa Claus, a snowman, and a goblet. The goblet is made of glass. A tea light candle sits inside the holders. "Holiday Times" is printed on the product hang tag.


Sold exclusively at: Wal-Mart stores nationwide from September 2007 through February 2008 for between $13 and $17.


Manufactured in: China


Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to Wal-Mart for a full refund.


Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Wal-Mart at (800)

925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m..