February 10, 2004
Name of product: Luminessence™ T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder
Units: 68,400
Manufacturer/Importer: Dollar Tree Stores, Inc., of Chesapeake, VA
Hazard: Paint on the exterior surface of the candles can sustain a flame
posing a potential fire hazard.
Description: The recalled candles were sold in packages containing eight
tea light candles and one glass holder in the shape of a flower. The 1-inch
tall candles were available in either gold or silver. A label affixed to the
top of the package containing the recalled candles reads "Luminessence™
candles, 8 T-Lite Candles with Glass Holder, NET WT 3.2 oz (EACH 10G)."
The label affixed to the bottom of the package reads, "DOLLAR TREE DIST.,
CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320, MADE IN CHINA."
Sold at: Dollar Tree, Only One Dollar, Only $1, Dollar Express, and
Dollar Bills retail stores nationwide from September 2003 through October 2003
for $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Dollar Tree is offering a refund for each returned candle set.
Consumer Contact: For more information, call Dollar Tree Stores, Inc. at
(800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.