Lighters
Lighters was recalled on 5 June 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0719/09. Burns, Fire risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of burns and fire because it fails to meet the necessary requirements as regards flame control, resistance to spitting, sputtering and flaring, volumetric displacement and resistance to continuous burning.
| Alert Number | 0719/09 |
| Brand | BULL |
| Category | Lighters |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 2007814608178 (on packaging) |
| Model Number | HO7 |
| Published | 5 June 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of burns and fire because it fails to meet the necessary requirements as regards flame control, resistance to spitting, sputtering and flaring, volumetric displacement and resistance to continuous burning. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 9994.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Black lighters packed in a green cardboard box containing 50 items and marked “BULL Lighter”. Half of the lighter is transparent, while the other half is opaque and includes a small torch that is activated by pressing a button on the side of the lighter.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, fire hazard related to Lighters.
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.