PRA number
2008/10464
Published date
Product description
The sticks can be identifed by the Item Code GA8054 and the Product Bar Code 9316341 433119. The item consists of a candle on a bamboo stick. The candle can be pink, yellow, blue or green and is painted with butterflies or dragonflies. This item was distributed in NSW, QLD, SA, VIC and WA between the 27 August 2008 and 20 November 2008.
Reasons the product is recalled
The citronella sticks do no meet safety requirements for candle accessories, as the bamboo may ignite and continue to burn for more that 5 seconds when flame is applied.
The hazards to consumers
Fire
What consumers should do
Cease using these items and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Supplier
Austwide Wholesalers Pty Ltd
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
