Meijer Recalls Glass Candleholders for Fire and Laceration Hazards

WASHINGTON , D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Clear Glass Candleholders

Units: About 6,500

Distributor: Meijer, of Grand Rapids, Mich.

Hazard: The glue connecting the candleholder could fail causing the candleholder to fall apart. This poses a fire and laceration hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Description: The clear glass candleholders are vase-shaped and measure about 11-inches tall. "At Home with Meijer" is printed on a label on the bottom of the candleholders.

Sold exclusively at: Meijer stores in the Midwest from September 2004 through November 2005 for about $8.

Manufactured In: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled candleholders immediately and return them to any Meijer store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Meijer toll-free at (866) 280-8419 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.Meijer.com