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Risks and injuries from the product
Candle holders can be a fire risk if they catch on fire.
Our video shows how quickly a party can go up in flames from candles with poorly made candle holders or decorations.
Video transcript
This novelty spinning candle might look appealing but it poses a real hazard to those near-by.
Watch it drip onto the tablecloth and start a fire on the table.
After a while the candle is engulfed by flame and then the battery explodes. A 'pop' sound is heard when battery explodes.
It might look fun, but don't risk it.
Products the ban applies to
This permanent ban applies to candle holders and candle decorations that ignite and continue to burn for 5 or more seconds.
Banned candle holders and candle decorations may be made from combustible materials including wood, plastic, fabric, feathers, pine cones, cardboard or paper.
They are popular during the festive season.
View the full details of this ban at Consumer Protection Notice No. 12 of 2011.
Penalties for supplying banned products
Supplying a banned product can result in the ACCC taking action. This may result in a:
- fine
- court enforceable undertaking
- disqualification from being a company director
- court action with penalties
- product recall.