CPSC and Value City, Schottenstein Stores Announce Recall of Gel Candle Kits
Source: CPSC Recall #02089
Recall Date
2002-01-24
Manufacturer
Value City and Schottenstein stores, of Columbus, Ohio
Units Affected
2,300
Products Involved
Children's Gel Candle Kits
Hazard
When burned, the gel candle can melt the plastic candleholders included with the kit, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Reported Injuries
CPSC has received two reports of consumers claiming the plastic candleholder melted and started a fire. One report involved substantial damage to the consumer's home, and a consumer reportedly suffered burns to his hands and feet. The other report involved minor damage to furniture.
Sold At
Value City and Schottenstein discount stores nationwide sold these gel candle kits, from July 2001 through December 2001, for about $4.
Full Recall Description
The Gel Candles kit includes four bags of gel chips in bright colors, wicks, glitter, two glass holders, and two plastic candleholders. The candleholders are in the shapes of a bumblebee and a dragonfly, or a tulip and a daisy. The gel is scented in fruit flavors. The kits have model numbers "3041" or "3042" written on the box. Other writing on the box includes, "Express Ways!™ Gel Candles." "Scent- sational Colored Gel!" and "AGES 8 AND OLDER."
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28