Lighter
Lighter was recalled on 11 April 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0410/08. Burns, Fire risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of fire and burns because the lighter does not comply with the requirements for resistance to elevated temperatures.
| Alert Number | 0410/08 |
| Brand | UNILITE |
| Category | Lighters |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Vietnam |
| Barcode | 8 716509 210001 Art Nr: 21001 CR - ML3 - TS - 01 HC BLACK, barcode: 8 716509 210018 Art Nr: 21002 CR - ML3 - TS - 01 HC YELLOW, barcode: 8 716509 210025 Art Nr: 21003 CR - ML3 - TS - 01 HC ORANGE, barcode: 8 716509 210032 Art Nr: 21004 CR - ML3 - TS - 01 HC GREEN, barcode: 8 716509 210049 Art Nr: 21005 CR - ML3 - TS - 01 HC RED, barcode: 8 716509 210056 Art Nr: 21006 CR - ML3 - TS - 01 HC BLUE, barcode: 8 716509 210063 |
| Model Number | Art Nr: 21000 CR - ML3 - TS - 01 HC WHITE, |
| Published | 11 April 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire and burns because the lighter does not comply with the requirements for resistance to elevated temperatures.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Disposable opaque lighters in various colours (orange, green, blue, yellow, black, white and red). The lighters are packed in a cardboard box (50 items), marked ¿It¿s my light UNILITE - Disposable Lighter - A Quality Product - Conforms to ISO 9994:2005-; and displaying a safety symbol with the indication -Child-Resistant-. On one side of the metallic part (head) of the lighter is the name -UNILITE- and on the other side the symbol -TÜV SÜD- and the indication GF.
🌡️ 🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, fire hazard related to Lighter.
About this risk
Burns: This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use. Fire: This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Burns: 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. Fire: Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries. All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.