CPSC recall 13-291, announced September 25, 2013, covers Mercuries Asia BBQ Ant Votive Candle Holders (about 7,900 units). The decorative ant's arms, used to hold up the votive cup, can break. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled votive candle holders and return them to any Cracker Barrel Old Country Store location or mail to Mercuries Asia USA, Ltd., 1501 Gary Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 for a full refund, including shipping. Recall contact: call (800) 828-9316, or go to www.ma-recall.com.
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Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
This recall involves candle holders designed to resemble a large ant. The black metal candle holders are 6 ½ inches tall and were sold as either a male or female. The male ant has a polka dot bow tie and the female has a white pearl necklace. Both ants hold up a clear glass votive cup. The words "Backyard BBQ" and "Glass Votive Holder" are printed on the front of the packaging. SKU number 426154 can be found on the underside of the packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhat to look for
- Also in the notice
- Item or SKU numbers. Compare these as well.
- Where to look
the underside of the packaging
(the notice’s words)- When sold
- May 2013 through June 2013
- Price paid
- $6
Why it was recalled
The decorative ant's arms, used to hold up the votive cup, can break. If this happens, a lit candle can tip over or fall out, posing fire and burn hazards.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled votive candle holders and return them to any Cracker Barrel Old Country Store location or mail to Mercuries Asia USA, Ltd., 1501 Gary Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 for a full refund, including shipping.
What to do now
- Check the product. This notice lists no model numbers. Compare yours with the description and photos in the official notice.
- Stop using it. The notice says to stop using recalled units immediately.
- Contact the firm. Call (800) 828-9316, or go to www.ma-recall.com.
- Get the remedy. This recall offers a refund.
- Read the official notice. The CPSC notice is the final word on which units are included and what to do.
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Mercuries Asia
- Manufacturer
- Mercuries Asia Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan
- Recall number
- 13-291
- Units
- About 7,900
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Cracker Barrel Old Country Store locations nationwide from May 2013 through June 2013 for about $6
- Importer
- Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® of Lebanon, Tenn.
BBQ Ant Votive Candle Holders
CPSC product type: Candle Holders
This recall in context
Compared with the 140 grill and fireplace recalls in this index, as of October 31, 2026.
- Size
- 7,900 units: the 60th-largest of 119 grill and fireplace recalls that state a unit count. The median is 7,900 units.
- Hazards
- Fire: named in 97 of 140 grill and fireplace recalls, the most common hazard among them. Burn: named in 56 of 140 grill and fireplace recalls.
- Remedy
- Refund: offered in 22 of 140 grill and fireplace recalls.
- Time on sale
- 2 months. Recalled 3 months after the last month of sales the notice gives.
Recall contact information
Mercuries Asia at (800) 828-9316 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.ma-recall.com.
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