Novelty lighters
| Alert Number | 1289/08 |
| Brand | JAZZ |
| Category | Lighters |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Model 3KD202 CR FROG |
| Published | 7 November 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of burns and fire because the design of the lighters makes them attractive to children, particularly those under the age of 51 months, who might mistake them for toys, and inappropriate use by children could lead to the risk of burns and fire. In addition, the products failed to conform to the requirements of the EN ISO 9994 “Resistant to high temperature”, since 4 samples from 5 that were tested were found to be empty after the test.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected by the customs authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Refillable novelty lighters with various decorative pictures: 1. a frog reading a book, 2. a frog eating. Attached to the lighter is a small figure hanging from the top at the side. Dimensions: 8.3x2.3x1 cm.