Tea Lights – Candle Safety Concern (2002)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Tea Lights
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Tea Lights. The hazard is: Flames from the tea lights can flare, and the excessive heat can cause the plastic holders to melt, . 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
The recalled tea lights are packaged 12 candles per box with "Home Interiors" written on the top of the box. Each tea light candle has a clear plastic base and is either red or ivory in color.
Reported concern (CPSC)
Flames from the tea lights can flare, and the excessive heat can cause the plastic holders to melt, posing a fire hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using the tea lights immediately and return any unused tea lights by mail to Home Interiors at 2901 Trade Center Drive, Suite 100, Carrollton, TX 75007. Consumers should include their return address information to receive a retail gift certificate from Home Interiors, for the full purchase cost and shipping cost of the tea lights.
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