BBQ Ant Votive Candle Holders (Mercuries Asia) – fire hazard (2013)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
BBQ Ant Votive Candle Holders
Brand
Mercuries Asia Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Mercuries Asia Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan is recalling BBQ Ant Votive Candle Holders. The hazard is: The decorative ant's arms, used to hold up the votive cup, can break. If this happens, a lit candle . Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves candle holders designed to resemble a large ant. The black metal candle holders are 6 ½ inches tall and were sold as either a male or female. The male ant has a polka dot bow tie and the female has a white pearl necklace. Both ants hold up a clear glass votive cup. The words "Backyard BBQ" and "Glass Votive Holder" are printed on the front of the packaging. SKU number 426154 can be found on the underside of the packaging.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The decorative ant's arms, used to hold up the votive cup, can break. If this happens, a lit candle can tip over or fall out, posing fire and burn hazards.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled votive candle holders and return them to any Cracker Barrel Old Country Store location or mail to Mercuries Asia USA, Ltd., 1501 Gary Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 for a full refund, including shipping.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026