If you’ve ever bought magic relight candles from Etsy, Amazon or Walmart.ca, THROW THEM OUT NOW!
(maybe in a bottle full of water though)
Health Canada has warned about relight candles because they could be a fire risk.
The warning says these candles are banned in Canada because they might catch fire AFTER being thrown away.
A 10-pack of Magic Re-lighting Candles has been taken off Etsy, and Health Canada has contacted the seller, according to the alert.
Etsy.ca said FIVE UNITS of these candles were sold in Canada.
Walmart.ca has also removed the following candles from their website:
- 10pcs 20pcs Funny Trick Relighting Candle Birthday Cake Decors Party Joke Xmas Gift
- Funny Relighting Candles, 10pcs Or 20pcs, Prank Trick Birthday Cake Decorations, Perfect For Parties And Christmas
- Funny Trick Relighting Candle, 10pcs Or 20pcs, Birthday Cake Decors Party Joke Xmas Gift
- Funny Trick Relighting Candle, Birthday Cake Decors Party Joke Xmas Gift
- LLC 10pcs 20pcs Funny Trick Relighting Candle Birthday Cake Decors Party Joke Xmas Gift
- nipocaio Candles – (10 pk) – Trick Happy Birthday Party Decorations for Cakes – Prank Celebration Candle – for Kids & Fun-Loving Adults 2pcs
Amazon has also pulled their magic relight candles.
The exact candles recalled are: Unique 10pk Magic Candle ASIN: B00AXC56KE UPC: 011179980536.
Health Canada says there have been no reports of accidents or injuries related to the candles.
Consumers are told to stop using the candles right away and dispose of them according to local hazardous waste rules.
The advisory also asks people to report any safety or health problems related to the candles.
For more information, consumers can contact Vraj Vihar LLC, USA by email at otcforyouca@gmail.com.