Moderate Recalled October 15, 2003 5,400 units Updated January 6, 2025

CPSC, John Wiley & Sons Inc. Announce Recall of "Candle and Soap Making For Dummies" Instruction Book

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The hazard

The instructions in the book for making lye combine sodium hydroxide and water in an incorrect order. This could cause the mixture to bubble over, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Consumers should return these books to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Contact: Contact John Wiley & Sons toll-free at (877) 762-2974 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.wiley.com

About this recall

The paperback book is titled "Candle & Soap Making For Dummies." The book's cover is black and yellow and has a photograph of candlesticks and slices of soap.

Product photos

Recalled "Candle and Soap Making For Dummies" Book
Recalled "Candle and Soap Making For Dummies" Book

Photos: U.S. CPSC