Novelty lighters

Burns, Fire Lighters Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Novelty lighters
Alert Number1002/09
BrandTop Light
CategoryLighters
Risk TypeBurns, Fire
Notifying CountryBulgaria
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberBar code 1 051608 140314 and model „LP-1051” Bar code 3800220560080
Published31 July 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of fire and burns since it is attractive to children, especially under the age of 51 months, due to its unusual appearance.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 13869.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Plastic lighters, 8 cm long, which resemble a pen, with a button for controlling the flame, different decorations and a built-in LED torch, which is activated by means of turning. The label contains the following information: importer – “Five Stars 96” Ltd., producer China, name of the product – lighter. On the lighters there is an inscription: “Keep out of reach of children. Contains gas under pressure. Make sure that the flame has been extinguished after use. Keep away from the face and the clothes. Do not make holes in it and do not throw it into fire. When using it do not expose it to sunlight or temperature of 60 С. Do not keep it burning for more than 30 seconds”

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