Novelty lighters

Burns Lighters Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Novelty lighters
Alert Number1105/09
BrandCannabis
CategoryLighters
Risk TypeBurns
Notifying CountryThe Netherlands
Country of OriginUnknown
Model NumberFingers CR and bijouterie CR. 40523, 40313.
Published21 August 2009

Risk Description

The products pose a risk of burns because they are attractive to children, particularly children under the age of 51 months, who may confuse them with a toy.The product does not comply with the Commission Decision 2006/502/EC which prohibits placing on the market of novelty lighters.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary stop of sales and withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

The lighters are novelty lighters. One type can project a picture. The other type has ornamental beads. Presented in cardboard box with 50 pieces.

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