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CPSC, John Wiley & Sons Inc. Announce Recall of "Candle and Soap Making For Dummies" Instruction BookWASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.Name of product: "Candle and Soap Making For Dummies" Book Units: 5,400 Manufacturer: John Wiley & Sons Inc., of Hoboken, N.J. Hazard: The instructions in the book for making lye combine sodium hydroxide and water in an incorrect order. This could cause the mixture to bubble over, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: The paperback book is titled "Candle & Soap Making For Dummies." The book's cover is black and yellow and has a photograph of candlesticks and slices of soap. Sold at: Bookstores and discount department stores nationwide from August 2003 through September 2003 for about $20. Manufactured in: United States. Remedy: Consumers should return these books to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumer Contact: Contact John Wiley & Sons toll-free at (877) 762-2974 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.wiley.com. Media Contact: Susan Spilka at 201-748-6147. |
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