CPSC2001-05-02
CPSC, Tools Exchange Inc. Announce Recall of Novelty Cigarette Lighters
Tools Exchange Inc., of Lynwood, Calif.
Hazard
The lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Sold at
The "Hotery Pocke Torch" lighters were sold nationwide, from January 2000 through December 2000, for about $7. The "Pocket Torch" lighters were sold nationwide, from January 1999 to October 2000, for about $7.
Affected count
About 5,300
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Products
The "Hotery Pocke Torch" and "Fire Plug" Pocket Torch
Consumer contact
For more information, call Tools Exchange collect at (310) 604-4444 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Tools-Exchange-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Novelty-Cigarette-LightersDon't want to check this manually?
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