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Candle Primark “Shaped Candle” — risk: fire
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/0152/18
Summary
Due to a material defect, the coating on the candle is inadequate. It may cause the candle to burn more quickly and aggressively, posing a fire risk.
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Product
Candle — Primark
- Brand
- Primark
- Name / model
- Shaped Candle · Large Glitter Tree Candle
- Batch number(s)
- Kimball 48015
- Category
- Decorative articles
- Large candle in the shape of a Christmas tree with glitter.
What is the risk?
- Due to a material defect, the coating on the candle is inadequate. It may cause the candle to burn more quickly and aggressively, posing a fire risk.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 15/12/2017
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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