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Burns, Fire Lighters Serious risk

was recalled on 24 February 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0093/06. Burns, Fire risk reported by United Kingdom. Danger to young children - the forms of the lighters, which on the basis of European standard EN 13869, correspond to the definition of novelty lighters, may be attractive to children under the age of 51 months leading to the increased risk of burns and fire.

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Alert Number0093/06
CategoryLighters
Risk TypeBurns, Fire
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginUnknown
Published24 February 2006

Risk Description

Danger to young children - the forms of the lighters, which on the basis of European standard EN 13869, correspond to the definition of novelty lighters, may be attractive to children under the age of 51 months leading to the increased risk of burns and fire.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Retailer voluntarily stopped selling the lighters.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Novelty lighters. Brand: Unknown. Type/model: Lighters in various shapes and forms with or without light and/or sound. Description: The lighters use gas to produce the flame. There are in many shapes and sizes: 1) Parrots Head with key ring, 2) Sea horse with key ring, 3) Pink pig, 4) Wrench, 5) Skateboard, 6) Coffin with light, 7) Rocket, 8) USA bottle opener, 9) Nail clippers/file (Guangdong Wenye) with key ring, 10) Bird, 11) Packet of Airsave Sugerfree gum spearmint, 12) Bowling pin with lights, 13) Mobile phone with digital clock, 14) Mobile phone with picture, 15) Guitar, 16) Can of Jacobs Ice Presso + milk, 17) Gold car, 18) Playing cards, 19) Mobile phone with light, 20) Palm tree with light, 21) Dolphin with light, 22) Blue bulls head with light, 23) Bird Hologram with sound, 24) Talking lighter with transfer of a cartoon girl, 25) Trophy with football, 26) Motorbike (Tenghong).

🌡️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a burns, fire hazard related to .

About this risk

This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.

Who is at risk?

All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.

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