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
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.