Burns, Fire Lighters Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0217/05 |
| Category | Lighters |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 4 May 2005 |
Risk Description
Risk of burns and fire. The lighters are attractive to children due to their lighting and sound effects; it is not clear where the flame comes out; the lighters can accidentally be ignited by a child playing with it. The lighters do not comply with the relevant European standards.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Placing on the market prohibited and withdrawal from distribution ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Eight novelty gas lighters “Gas lighters” with lighting and/or sound effects.