Novelty lighters
Novelty lighters was recalled on 20 March 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0374/09. Burns, Fire risk reported by Slovakia. The products pose a risk of burns and fire because it is attractive to children, particularly children under the age of 51 months, who may confuse it with a toy.
| Alert Number | 0374/09 |
| Brand | Blue Light (1-15), CONEY (17), Pollyflame (16) |
| Category | Lighters |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 1. 01045, 10. HD 16819, 11. HD 16788, 12. HD 16409, 13. HD 16881, 14. HD 16408, 15. 166775, 16. HD 16411, 17. 4041, 18. 40065, 19. 8260872, 2. 01057, 3. HD 13396-97-98, 4. PL200, 5. 80972, 6. 80993, 7. HD 14176-77, 8. HD1476-77, 9. HD 14185-86 |
| Model Number | 1. beer bottle opener, 10. lighter with switchblade knife and compass, 11. lighter with switchblade knife, compass and thermometer, 12. lighter– small snap-hook with compass and digital watch, 13. mobile phone, 14. lighter - small snap-hook with compass and thermometer, 15. flat bottle, 16. lighter with imitation of screwdriver, 17. lighter - boat, 18. gun with laser gunsight, 19. pen, 2. motor spark-plug, 3. lighter–pendant in shape of apple, 4. lighter in shape of compass, 5. lighter–pendant with compass, 6. bottle cap, 7. lighter–pendant in shape of pouch with a hand, 8. hand shell, 9. medallion with relief of woman |
| Published | 20 March 2009 |
Risk Description
The products pose a risk of burns and fire because it is attractive to children, particularly children under the age of 51 months, who may confuse it with a toy.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities. Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Novelty lighters of various shapes.
🌡️ 🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, fire hazard related to Novelty lighters.
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.