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Over 7 Million Candles Recalled For Fire Risk

WASHINGTON (WWJ/AP) - More than 7 million candles are being recalled because of concerns the cup holding the candle could melt or catch fire.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission said the tea lights were sold under the brand names Chesapeake Bay Candle and Modern Light.

They were sold at Home Goods, Target, TJ Maxx and other stores nationwide between July 2009 and February 2011.

The CPSC said the candles have a clear plastic cup that can melt or ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard. They were sold in sets or with tea light containers.

Only tea lights that do not have any lettering imprinted on the bottom of the tea light cup are included in this recall.

The importer, Pacific Trade International Inc. of Rockville, Md., has received one report of the plastic cup melting while in use.

No injuries or property damage have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the store where purchased for a store merchandise credit equal to the purchase price.

Consumers can call the company at 800-331-8339 for more information.

To view all the candles listed in the recall, visit this website.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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