EN 17617:2021
(Main)Outdoor candles - Product safety labels
Outdoor candles - Product safety labels
This document specifies safety information for burning outdoor candles and includes requirements on how safety information will be displayed.
Sticks wrapped with fuel-soaked materials, such as paper, cardboard or fabric, as well as oil lamps on a stick and products intended to be used professionally to protect vineyards or fruit orchards from frost damages are not covered by this document.
Kerzen für den Außenbereich - Produktsicherheitskennzeichnung
Dieses Dokument legt Sicherheitsinformationen fest für den Abbrand von Kerzen, die für den Außenbereich bestimmt sind, und enthält Anforderungen an die Darstellung von Sicherheitsinformationen.
Stäbe, die mit in Brennmasse getränkten Materialien wie Papier, Karton oder Stoff umwickelt sind, sowie Öllampen auf einem Stab und Produkte, die zum gewerbsmäßigen Schutz von Weinbergen oder Obstplantagen vor Frostschäden bestimmt sind, sind von diesem Dokument nicht abgedeckt.
Bougies d'extérieur - Étiquettes de sécurité des produits
Le présent document spécifie les informations de sécurité relatives à la combustion de bougies destinées à un usage extérieur et inclut les exigences relatives à l'affichage des informations de sécurité.
Les bâtons enveloppés de matériaux imbibés de carburant, tels que le papier, le carton ou le tissu, ainsi que les lampes à huile sur un bâton et les produits destinés à être utilisés professionnellement pour protéger les vignobles ou les vergers des dommages causés par le gel ne sont pas couverts par le présent document.
Zunanje sveče - Varnostne oznake
Ta dokument določa varnostne informacije za gorenje zunanjih sveč in vključuje zahteve glede tega, kako so prikazane varnostne informacije.
V tem dokumentu niso zajete palice, zavite v material, prepojen z gorivom, kot so papir, karton ali tkanina, niti oljne svetilke na palici in izdelki, namenjeni za profesionalno uporabo za zaščito vinogradov ali sadovnjakov pred poškodbami zaradi zmrzali.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 14-Dec-2021
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Jun-2022
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 369 - Project Committee - Candle fire safety
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 369 - Project Committee - Candle fire safety
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 15-Dec-2021
- Due Date
- 25-Oct-2022
- Completion Date
- 15-Dec-2021
Overview
EN 17617:2021 (CEN) - "Outdoor candles - Product safety labels" specifies required safety information and display rules for outdoor candles. The standard defines mandatory and optional safety signs and texts, guidance on layout, and rules for placing labels on products or packaging to reduce fire and injury risks during outdoor use. It was prepared by CEN/TC 369 and approved by CEN (Aug 2021); national adoption was required by mid‑2022.
Key topics and requirements
- Scope and exclusions: applies to candles intended for use outdoors. Excludes sticks wrapped with fuel‑soaked materials, oil lamps on a stick, and professional frost‑protection products for orchards/vineyards.
- Hazard assessment: manufacturers must assess product hazards and residual risks to determine which label elements are needed; avoid information overload.
- Label components:
- General warning sign based on W001 of EN ISO 7010.
- Mandatory supplementary safety information (Tables 1–4) covering the highest‑priority risks (e.g., never leave unattended; minimum clearance distances; keep away from children and pets; use a heat‑resistant base).
- Optional supplementary symbols/texts (Annex A) for product‑specific guidance (e.g., trim wick, do not burn in rain, do not move a burning candle).
- Layout and placement:
- Supplementary symbols/text are placed close to the general warning sign (below or to the right).
- All elements must contrast with the background; single‑colour printing allowed (background need not be yellow).
- Minimum symbol height is 5 mm (larger recommended to ensure legibility).
- If packaging space is limited, optional information can appear on peel‑off or fold‑out panels with clear indication where to find it.
- Product‑type specifics: special mandatory/optional messages exist for grave lights, floating candles, container candles, and garden torches (e.g., “Only use at cemeteries outdoors” for grave lights).
Applications - who uses EN 17617
- Candle manufacturers and product designers - to create compliant safety labels and packaging.
- Quality, regulatory and compliance teams - to meet CEN/national labelling obligations.
- Importers, distributors and retailers - to verify safety information is present and legible.
- Test laboratories and certification bodies - for conformity checks and labeling audits.
- Safety officers and consumer protection agencies - to evaluate risk communication effectiveness.
Practical value
Implementing EN 17617 improves consumer safety, reduces fire incidents from outdoor candle misuse, and ensures consistent, internationally comprehensible labelling across EU/EEA markets. Designers benefit from provided symbol artwork (.svg files referenced) and harmonized layouts to enhance user comprehension.
Related standards
- EN 17616:2021 - Outdoor candles - Specification for fire safety (normative reference)
- EN 15426:2018, EN 15493:2019 - Candle performance and safety specifications
- EN ISO 7010, ISO 3864‑2 - Graphical symbols and product safety label design principles
Keywords: EN 17617, outdoor candles, product safety labels, candle safety, CEN, labelling, safety symbols, fire safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 17617:2021 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Outdoor candles - Product safety labels". This standard covers: This document specifies safety information for burning outdoor candles and includes requirements on how safety information will be displayed. Sticks wrapped with fuel-soaked materials, such as paper, cardboard or fabric, as well as oil lamps on a stick and products intended to be used professionally to protect vineyards or fruit orchards from frost damages are not covered by this document.
This document specifies safety information for burning outdoor candles and includes requirements on how safety information will be displayed. Sticks wrapped with fuel-soaked materials, such as paper, cardboard or fabric, as well as oil lamps on a stick and products intended to be used professionally to protect vineyards or fruit orchards from frost damages are not covered by this document.
EN 17617:2021 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 71.100.99 - Other products of the chemical industry; 97.180 - Miscellaneous domestic and commercial equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-marec-2022
Zunanje sveče - Varnostne oznake
Outdoor candles - Product safety labels
Kerzen für den Außenbereich - Produktsicherheitskennzeichnung
Bougies d'extérieur - Étiquettes de sécurité des produits
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 17617:2021
ICS:
01.080.10 Simboli za javno obveščanje. Public information symbols.
Znaki. Table. Označbe Signs. Plates. Labels
97.180 Razna oprema za dom in Miscellaneous domestic and
trgovino commercial equipment
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN 17617
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
December 2021
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 71.100.99; 97.180
English Version
Outdoor candles - Product safety labels
Bougies d'extérieur - Étiquettes de sécurité des Kerzen für den Außenbereich -
produits Produktsicherheitskennzeichnung
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 23 August 2021.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and
United Kingdom.
EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION
COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION
EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG
CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
© 2021 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 17617:2021 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
Introduction . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 5
4 Product safety labels . 7
4.1 General. 7
4.2 Layout of the product safety label . 7
4.3 Layout of supplementary safety information . 8
4.4 Display of a product safety label . 8
Annex A (informative) Optional supplementary safety information . 10
Annex B (informative) Examples of product safety labels layout on candle fire safety . 13
Bibliography . 16
European foreword
This document (EN 17617:2021) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 369 “Candle fire
safety”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by June 2022, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by June 2022.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document is complemented by vector graphic files (.svg-format) of the supplementary signs
displayed in the text.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland,
Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North
Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United
Kingdom.
Introduction
Candles have accompanied mankind for more than 2 000 years serving, above all, as a light source. Closely
connected to the development history of the candle are the efforts made to improve its quality and its
safety in use. Discussions in the past and present over fires caused by unsafe candles and/or
inappropriate use during the burning of candles have led to consumers concern for these issues.
Most fire damage caused by candles can be attributed to improper use by the consumer. The fire risk of
the candle due to inappropriate use can be minimized by suitable safety information for the consumer.
This information will be easily and non-verbally comprehensible.
1 Scope
This document specifies safety information for burning outdoor candles and includes requirements on
how safety information will be displayed.
Sticks wrapped with fuel-soaked materials, such as paper, cardboard or fabric, as well as oil lamps on a
stick and products intended to be used professionally to protect vineyards or fruit orchards from frost
damages are not covered by this document.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 17616:2021, Outdoor candles — Specification for fire safety
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.electropedia.org/
3.1
candle
one or more combustible wicks supported by a material that constitutes a fuel, which is solid or semisolid
at room temperature (20 °C to 27 °C) with the main function of sustaining a light-producing flame,
including any coatings on and articles or substances in the fuel
[SOURCE: EN 15426:2018, 3.2]
3.2
container candle
candle that is produced and used in the same container
Note 1 to entry: The material of the container can be e.g. ceramic, concrete, glass, metal, plastic or any bi-
component material for example.
[SOURCE: EN 15426:2018, 3.3, modified – Note 1 to entry “This definition includes tea lights” is replaced]
3.3
floating candle
candle intended and designed for use in a suitable bowl or container filled with water
[SOURCE: EN 15493:2019, 3.8]
3.4
freestanding candle
candle that is designed to be used without a supporting holder
[SOURCE: EN 15426:2018, 3.4]
3.5
garden torch
stick with a candle fixed on top which is planted in the ground or set up in a stable manner with a support
Note 1 to entry: Sticks wrapped with fuel-soaked materials such as paper, cardboard or fabric as well as oil lamps
on a stick are not considered as garden torches.
[SOURCE: EN 17616:2021, 3.8]
3.6
grave light
container candle intended to be used unattended only at cemeteries on or close to graves
Note 1 to entry: Usually, a wind protection like a lid is present to prevent extinguishing or without lid when
intended to be placed in a la
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The standard EN 17617:2021, titled "Outdoor candles - Product safety labels," provides a comprehensive framework for ensuring that safety information related to burning outdoor candles is clearly communicated to consumers. The primary scope of this document is to establish essential safety labels and instructions that will enhance user awareness and promote safe practices while using outdoor candles. One of the notable strengths of this standard is its detailed specification regarding the requirements for displaying safety information. By setting clear guidelines, EN 17617:2021 ensures that manufacturers present vital safety instructions in a manner that is easily understandable and accessible to all users. This emphasis on clear communication significantly reduces the risk of misuse and potential hazards associated with outdoor candle use, making it an invaluable tool for promoting consumer safety. Moreover, the standard's relevance in the current market cannot be overstated. With the increasing popularity of outdoor candles for leisure and decorative purposes, the EN 17617:2021 addresses the growing need for reliable safety measures. By excluding specific products like sticks wrapped with fuel-soaked materials and professional oil lamps, the document maintains a focused approach, ensuring that the guidelines ascertain the safety of typical outdoor candles that consumers are likely to encounter. Overall, the EN 17617:2021 standard serves as a crucial resource for manufacturers and consumers alike, promoting an enhanced understanding of safety practices and bolstering product safety in the outdoor candle market. The alignment of the standard with contemporary safety standards reinforces its role as an essential reference for ensuring consistent safety labeling practices.
SIST EN 17617:2022는 야외 촛불의 제품 안전 라벨에 대한 표준으로, 사용자에게 안전 정보 제공의 중요성을 강조하고 있습니다. 이 문서의 범위는 야외에서 촛불을 사용할 때 필요한 안전 정보를 명확하게 규정하고 있으며, 안전 정보를 어떻게 표시해야 하는지에 대한 요구사항을 포함하고 있습니다. 특히, 이는 사용자가 외부에서 안전하게 촛불을 사용할 수 있도록 돕는 중요한 가이드라인 역할을 합니다. 이 표준의 강점은 명확성과 구체성에 있습니다. 사용자는 이 문서를 통해 안전하게 야외 촛불을 사용할 수 있는 방법을 쉽게 이해할 수 있으며, 각 제품에 대해 요구되는 안전 정보가 무엇인지에 대한 정보를 제공합니다. 또한, 안전 라벨의 명확한 표시는 소비자의 신뢰를 증진시키고, 제품 사용 중 발생할 수 있는 위험을 감소시키는 데 기여합니다. SIST EN 17617:2022는 야외 환경에서 촛불 사용의 증가와 더불어 그 필요성이 더욱 커지고 있는 상황에서 매우 관련성이 높습니다. 특히, 야외 활동이 활발한 계절에는 안전 정보의 올바른 전달이 필수적입니다. 따라서 이 표준은 소비자 안전을 확보하고, 야외 촛불 제품의 품질을 보장하는 중요한 역할을 수행합니다. 다만, 연료에 의해 포장된 재료로 만들어진 막대기나 기름 램프 등은 본 문서의 적용 범위에 포함되지 않음을 유의해야 합니다. 이러한 점에서 SIST EN 17617:2022는 모든 야외 촛불 제품에 대한 포괄적인 안전 지침을 마련하는 데 기여하고 있습니다.
EN 17617:2021は、アウトドアキャンドルに関する製品安全ラベルについての標準であり、アウトドアキャンドルを燃焼させる際の安全情報を明確に定義しています。この文書は、利用者や消費者がアウトドアキャンドルを安全に使用するために必要な情報を提供し、消費者が安心して製品を選択できるようにサポートしています。 この標準の重要な強みの一つは、具体的な安全情報の表示方法に関する要件が含まれている点です。これにより、メーカーは消費者に対して一貫した情報を提供することができ、消費者はすぐに必要な安全情報にアクセスできるようになります。この一貫性は、ユーザーの理解を深め、安全な使用を促進します。 また、EN 17617:2021は、特にアウトドアキャンドルの使用に特化した安全基準を提供しているため、同様の製品カテゴリーにおいても非常に関連性が高いです。キャンドルユーザーにとって、この標準は製品使用時のリスクを軽減するための重要な指針となります。一方で、燃料に浸した素材で包まれた棒やオイルランプ、さらには専門的に用いる製品（例えば、果樹園やブドウ園の霜対策用のアイテム）は対象外であるため、使用範囲は明確に限定されています。 総じて、EN 17617:2021は、アウトドアキャンドルの安全性を確保し、ユーザーの安全を最優先に考えた非常に貴重な標準です。この文書の実施により、製品の安全性が向上し、消費者が安心して製品を利用できる環境作りが期待されます。
Le document SIST EN 17617:2022, référencé comme EN 17617:2021, se concentre sur la sécurité des bougies extérieures en définissant clairement les informations de sécurité relatives à leur utilisation. L'étendue de cette norme est cruciale, car elle établit des exigences précises concernant l'affichage des informations de sécurité pour le brûlage de bougies extérieures, garantissant ainsi que les utilisateurs puissent faire des choix éclairés concernant leur consommation. Une des forces majeures de cette norme est son approche systématique qui vise à standardiser les informations de sécurité. Cela contribue à réduire les risques liés à l'utilisation de bougies en extérieur, particulièrement dans des environnements où des accidents peuvent survenir à cause de la propagation de feu. En précisant les modalités d'affichage des informations, la norme favorise également la transparence et la responsabilité des fabricants, ce qui est essentiel dans le cadre de la sécurité des consommateurs. Il est important de noter que la norme exclut certains produits, tels que les bâtons enveloppés de matériaux imbibés de combustible ou les lampes à huile, ainsi que les produits destinés à un usage professionnel dans les vignobles ou vergers. Cette délimitation permet de concentrer l’attention sur des produits spécifiques tout en assurant que les règles de sécurité soient adaptées à leur contexte d'utilisation. En résumé, la norme EN 17617:2021 revêt une grande pertinence pour le secteur des bougies extérieures, établissant des bases solides pour la sécurité et la conformité des produits, renforçant ainsi la confiance des consommateurs sur le marché.
Die Norm EN 17617:2021 befasst sich mit der Produktsicherheit von Außenkerzen und legt spezifische Sicherheitsinformationen für das Verbrennen solcher Kerzen fest. Die Dokumentation stellt klare Anforderungen an die Darstellung dieser Sicherheitsinformationen, was für Verbraucher essenziell ist, um potenzielle Gefahren beim Einsatz von Außenkerzen zu minimieren. Eine der Stärken dieser Norm ist die detaillierte Aufführung der Sicherheitsanforderungen, die eine einfache Identifizierung und Kommunikation der wesentlichen Informationen ermöglichen. Dies trägt maßgeblich dazu bei, das Bewusstsein für die sichere Nutzung von Außenkerzen zu schärfen und die Gefahr von Unfällen zu reduzieren. Wichtig zu beachten ist, dass die Norm nicht alle verwandten Produkte abdeckt. Insbesondere Stöcke, die mit brennbaren Materialien wie Papier, Pappe oder Stoff umwickelt sind, sowie Öllampen auf einem Stock und Produkte, die professionell zum Schutz von Weinbergen oder Obstplantagen vor Frostschäden eingesetzt werden, fallen nicht unter diesen Standard. Dies grenzt den Anwendungsbereich der EN 17617:2021 klar ab und sorgt dafür, dass sich die Norm auf die relevanten Aspekte der Produktsicherheit von Außenkerzen konzentriert. Durch diese Fokussierung bleibt die Norm relevant und anwendbar, und sie unterstützt die Branche dabei, klare Erwartungen hinsichtlich der Sicherheitspraktiken im Umgang mit Außenkerzen zu setzen. In der heutigen Zeit, in der Sicherheit und Produkthaftung an erster Stelle stehen, bietet die Norm EN 17617:2021 einen wertvollen Rahmen für Hersteller und Verbraucher gleichermaßen.
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