Everyday Essentials tea light recall

On April 19, 2011 the Everyday EssentialsTM Tea Lights have been recalled by Health Canada.

This recall involves unscented tea light candles sold under the brand name "Everyday EssentialsTM". The tea lights are sold in packages of 100 units, and can be identified by the following UPCs:

  • 057197356366
  • 060383867164


What is the danger?

The flame from the tea lights can become very high, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Loblaw Companies Limited has received seven reports of the flame from the tea lights becoming very high, with one of these incidents resulting in minor injury.

At time of the recall Health Canada has not received any reports of injuries in Canada related to the use of these products.

What should I do?

You should immediately stop using the recalled tea lights and return them to any Loblaw store for a full refund.

For more information, you may contact Loblaw customer service at 1-800-296-2332 or by email at ac.swalbol|ecivresremotsuc#ac.swalbol|ecivresremotsuc.

How many were sold and where?

Approximately 103,400 units of the recalled tea lights were sold in Canada at Loblaw corporate, franchise and affiliated independent stores. Please visit this website for a complete list of stores.

These recalled tea lights were sold from August 2010 to April 2011. The products were manufactured in China.

The distributor is Loblaw Companies Limited of Brampton, Ontario

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