Trader Joe’s recalls thousands of candles over fire hazard

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — The Consumer Product Safety Commission says Trader Joe’s has recalled scented candles due to a fire hazard.

The CPSC says the Mango Tangerine Scented Candle flame can spread from the wick to the wax, causing a larger-than-expected flame. The candles are white colored wax with a cotton wick in a tin container. The candles weigh about 5.7 ounces, and SKU number 56879 is located on the bottom of the tin container. They were sold in June.

There have been 14 incidents involving high flames with the recalled candles, including three reports of minor property damage and two reports of minor burns.

You can return the candle to any Trader Joe’s store for a full cash refund or complete the product feedback form online to receive a $4 Trader Joe’s gift card by mail. Consumers will receive a response from customer relations requesting a receipt or a photo of the candle. If you have questions, call 833-771-0299.

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