Moderate Recalled December 24, 2002 About 60,000 units Updated May 12, 2025

CPSC, Atico International Announce Recall of Christmas Candles

The hazard

The wick is not properly set inside the tealight, which may cause the plastic holder to melt and pose a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents reported: Atico has received one report involving melting of the plastic holder; however, no injuries have been reported.

What to do now

The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.

Contact: The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

Product photos

Front of candles in packaging
Front of candles in packaging
Back of candles in packaging
Back of candles in packaging

Photos: U.S. CPSC

Full official description

The recalled candles have a clear plastic holder and were available in red, white and green. Some of the candles have the words, "Merry Christmas," "Christmas Morning," "Candy Cane," or "A Christmas Avenue" on the packaging.