Novelty lighters - SPORT
Burns, Fire Lighters Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0340/09 |
| Brand | KELE |
| Category | Lighters |
| Risk Type | Burns, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Latvia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 13 March 2009 |
Risk Description
This product poses a risk of fire and burns because flashing light on lighters is attractive to children particularly those under the age of 51 months who may confuse it 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Sales ban ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Lighters of various colours with flashing lights when ignited, with inscription "SPORT" on one side.