Popular birthday candle pulled from shelves after serious safety warning issued
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Product recalls are never taken lightly, especially when they involve potential threats to safety and wellbeing.
What first appeared to be a fun addition to birthday celebrations has now triggered serious concerns among Australian authorities.
The fallout could see major changes to what is allowed on shelves in the future.
A popular birthday candle had been pulled from sale across Australia after significant safety concerns were raised.
The candle, sold by Discount Packaging Warehouse, was shaped like a lotus flower and bloomed with multiple lit flames, continuing to burn for several seconds.
It was sold internationally between 1 March 2024 and 11 April 2025 and was available in a variety of colours.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) recalled the product after identifying serious breaches of button battery safety standards.
‘The button/coin batteries may not be adequately secured and may be accessible by young children,’ the recall statement warned.
The birthday candle failed to display the mandatory safety warnings required by Australian regulations.
The ACCC warned that inadequately secured button batteries could cause young children to suffer choking, severe internal burns, or even death if they swallowed or inserted the batteries.
‘Severe or fatal injuries can happen in two hours or less,’ the ACCC stated.
The candle also posed an additional fire hazard, as the candle holder itself could ignite during use.
‘This product may be subject to the permanent ban on combustible candle holders,’ the ACCC added.
Products listed under the permanent ban must not be sold or supplied anywhere in Australia.
Authorities advised anyone who had purchased the candle to immediately stop using it and ensure it was kept out of children's reach.
Customers were urged to destroy and dispose of the candle safely and contact Discount Packaging Warehouse for a refund.
Similar combustible candle holders had already been permanently banned by the ACCC due to fire risks.
Images released by the ACCC showed the candle burning intensely, highlighting the potential dangers.
The recall served as a stark reminder of the risks some novelty products can pose, despite their festive appearance.
In a previous story, we explored hidden household items that could pose unexpected risks to your health.
Among them, candles were highlighted as a surprising concern.
You can read more about how everyday products might be affecting you here.
With safety concerns on the rise, do you think novelty candles like this should still have a place at celebrations? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
What first appeared to be a fun addition to birthday celebrations has now triggered serious concerns among Australian authorities.
The fallout could see major changes to what is allowed on shelves in the future.
A popular birthday candle had been pulled from sale across Australia after significant safety concerns were raised.
The candle, sold by Discount Packaging Warehouse, was shaped like a lotus flower and bloomed with multiple lit flames, continuing to burn for several seconds.
It was sold internationally between 1 March 2024 and 11 April 2025 and was available in a variety of colours.
Candle recall sparks safety concerns for families. Image source: ACCC
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) recalled the product after identifying serious breaches of button battery safety standards.
‘The button/coin batteries may not be adequately secured and may be accessible by young children,’ the recall statement warned.
The birthday candle failed to display the mandatory safety warnings required by Australian regulations.
The ACCC warned that inadequately secured button batteries could cause young children to suffer choking, severe internal burns, or even death if they swallowed or inserted the batteries.
‘Severe or fatal injuries can happen in two hours or less,’ the ACCC stated.
The candle also posed an additional fire hazard, as the candle holder itself could ignite during use.
‘This product may be subject to the permanent ban on combustible candle holders,’ the ACCC added.
Products listed under the permanent ban must not be sold or supplied anywhere in Australia.
Authorities advised anyone who had purchased the candle to immediately stop using it and ensure it was kept out of children's reach.
Customers were urged to destroy and dispose of the candle safely and contact Discount Packaging Warehouse for a refund.
Similar combustible candle holders had already been permanently banned by the ACCC due to fire risks.
Images released by the ACCC showed the candle burning intensely, highlighting the potential dangers.
The recall served as a stark reminder of the risks some novelty products can pose, despite their festive appearance.
In a previous story, we explored hidden household items that could pose unexpected risks to your health.
Among them, candles were highlighted as a surprising concern.
You can read more about how everyday products might be affecting you here.
With safety concerns on the rise, do you think novelty candles like this should still have a place at celebrations? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
