December
20, 2001
Walgreen
Co., of Deerfield, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 50,500 Candele glitter
candles. The glitter on the candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard. Walgreens
received one report of the glitter on the candle catching fire. No injuries or
property damage have been reported.
The pillar candles were sold in two sizes, three-inches high and six-inches
high. The candles are coated with glitter and come in three colors - red, green
and gold. The recalled candles have one of the following item numbers printed
on a label affixed to the bottom of the candle: 642413, 642423, 642424, 642409,
642410, and 642411. Walgreens stores nationwide sold the candles from August 2001
through December 2001 for between $3 and $4.
Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact Walgreens
for a refund. For more information, consumers should contact Walgreens
toll-free at (866) 241-0105 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday
or visit the firm's web site at http://www.walgreens.com/about/press/othernews/122001.jhtml.
Walgreens Contact: Carol Hively (847) 914-2923