Pirkka pöytäkynttilä
Pirkka pöytäkynttilä was recalled on 4 March 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00366/22. Burns, Fire risk reported by Finland. The candle is not sufficiently stable and falls over too easily.
| Alert Number | A12/00366/22 |
| Brand | Pirkka |
| Category | Decorative articles |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Finland |
| Country of Origin | Latvia |
| Model Number | Pöytäkynttilä, rypsivaha 250 mm x 50 mm |
| Published | 4 March 2022 |
Risk Description
The candle is not sufficiently stable and falls over too easily. Consequently, the objects around it can catch fire and it can cause burns to the user. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor the European standard EN 15493.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 11/02/2022
Product Description
Table candle, rapeseed wax 250 mm x 50 mm.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, fire hazard related to Pirkka pöytäkynttilä.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.