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Trader Joe’s Scented Candle Recall Due to Fire Hazard<\/h1>\n
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A recall was issued by Trader Joe\u2019s for the company\u2019s Mango Tangerine Scented Candle, which has an \u201cunexpected burn pattern\u201d that can cause the flame to spread from the wick to the wax. This can result in a \u201clarger than expected flame,\u201d which is clearly a fire hazard. For more information on the recall, please contact Trader Joe\u2019s at (626) 599-3817 or click here<\/a><\/u><\/span> to send an email.<\/p>\n

The company is asking customers to stop using the candles immediately and either throw them away or return it to any Trader Joe\u2019s location for a refund. We agree that this is a reasonable course of action if you have not experienced any problems with these candles. But what if you were injured in an accident resulting from a defective<\/a> Trader Joe\u2019s candle? If you suffered bodily harm<\/a> and\/or damage to your property, can you sue the manufacturer for monetary compensation?<\/p>\n

The product liability lawyers of DTLA are ready to provide<\/a> you with strong, effective representation in a recalled product accident claim against Trader Joe\u2019s. For more information on your rights as a victim of manufacturer negligence, contact us today. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

What can Cause an Unexpected Burn Pattern in a Candle?<\/span>\n

The concept of irregular burn patterns is not familiar to many people who simply enjoy the scent, warmth, and ambience created by an attractive candle. However, this is a very serious problem that can leave you and your loved ones with severe injuries,<\/a> like burns, nerve damage, permanent scars, and complications from smoke inhalation. In addition, you may end up with substantial property loss or damage from a fire caused<\/a> by an unsafe candle. <\/p>\n

While Trader Joe\u2019s has not specified the cause of the unexpected burn<\/a> pattern, we know that this problem is commonly associated with the length and placement of the candle wick. There are numerous standards that are recommended to prevent candle-related fires, including trimming the wick to \u00bc of an inch above the surface. You may have noticed this before with other candles, but the longer the wick, the taller the flame. This can easily result in localized overheating that causes the temperature to dissipate unevenly. As a result, you may have an \u201cunexpected\u201d burn pattern that creates a wide pool of hot wax or gel. <\/p>\n

Another hazard created by overly long wicks is cracking of the container that contains the candle. This is why thick glass is generally the container of choice for candles. But metal containers, like the ones used for Trader Joe\u2019s Mango Tangerine Scented Candle, are perfectly suitable as long as the wick is of the standard length above the wax or gel. <\/p>\n

No matter the reason, it\u2019s clear that there is a defect with these candles that Trader Joe\u2019s knew about or should have taken precautions to prevent. That\u2019s why consumers who suffered harm as a result of this product have the right to file a product recall<\/a> injury claim. <\/p>\nCandle Safety Tips Recommended by Professionals<\/span>\n

Believe it or not, an average of 21 house fires in the U.S. on a daily bases can be blamed on candles. December is the month with the highest rate of candle-related fires due to the increased usage of candles during the winter holidays. For more statistics on fires caused by candles, check out this fire prevention analysis from the National Parks Service<\/a><\/u><\/p>\n

According to the NPR, U.S. fire departments respond to around 7,510 fires related to candles on an annual basis. Around 81 people every year die from one of these fires, and the amount of property damage is around $278 million. <\/p>\n

To minimize the risk of injury to yourself and your loved ones, please take the following measures:<\/p>\n