Electric shock lighter
| Alert Number | INFO/00111/20 |
| Category | Gadgets |
| Risk Type | Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 7 August 2020 |
Risk Description
The pulse generated by the product can produce an electric shock, particularly dangerous to vulnerable people such as those with implants, pacemakers, heart monitors pregnant women and young children. The product does not have instructions in national language for safe use of the deviceThe product also has a lighter function and may be attractive to children, leading to increased risk of fire. The product does not comply with the European standards EN 60335-1 and EN 13869.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 03/07/2020
Product Description
Electric shock lighter in the shape of playing cards, powered by 4 batteries.The product was sold online.