Novelty lighter
Novelty lighter was recalled on 28 May 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00115/21. Burns, Fire risk reported by Bulgaria. The lighter is appealing to children and can easily be mistaken for a toy.
| Alert Number | INFO/00115/21 |
| Category | Lighters |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 28 May 2021 |
Risk Description
The lighter is appealing to children and can easily be mistaken for a toy. Children may play with it and suffer burns or cause a fire. No lighter should be appealing to children. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive and the relevant European standard 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: 16/04/2021
Product Description
Billiard ball-shaped lighter, plastic, in different colours: white, white with a wide yellow stripe in the middle and an underlined number 9.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, fire hazard related to Novelty lighter .
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.