CPSC2025-10-09FIRE HAZARD
Scripto Premium Torch recalled for fire and burn hazard; violates lighter safety standard
Scripto Premium Torch recalled for fire and burn risk
Calico Brands' Scripto Premium Torch lighters do not meet federal safety standards for multipurpose lighters. The torches pose a risk of fires and severe burns. About 175,000 units were sold at Walmart and Home Depot from November 2024 through August 2025.
- Stop using the torch immediately.
- Return it to Walmart or Home Depot for a full refund or store credit.
- Or contact Calico Brands for a prepaid shipping label and hazmat packaging to return the torch for a full refund.
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Hazard
The recalled torches violate the requirements of the mandatory safety standard for multipurpose lighters, posing deadly fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to the retailer for a full refund or store credit or contact Calico Brands for instructions on how to return the torches and receive a full refund. After contacting Calico Brands, consumers will receive a shipping label and appropriate hazmat packaging to return the torches free of charge.
Who it affects
Adults
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold at
Walmart and Home Depot stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com and Homedepot.com from November 2024 through August 2025 for about $15.
Affected count
About 175,000
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Scripto® Premium Torch
Consumer contact
Calico Brands toll free at 800-544-4837 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at premiumtorchrecall@calicobrands.com, or online at www.calicobrands.com/premiumtorchrecall.html or at www.calicobrands.com and click on "Product Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.
UPC codes
- 070257522266
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Calico-Brands-Recalls-Scripto-Premium-Torches-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-or-Death-from-Fires-and-Burns-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Multipurpose-LightersDon't want to check this manually?
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