# CPSC, L.A. Lighter Inc. Announce Recall of Disposable Cigarette Lighters
> **CPSC recall** · 2002-07-02 · 02195 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 02195
- **Date:** 2002-07-02
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Disposable cigarette lighters

## Hazards

The lighters may have child-resistant mechanisms that do not meet federal safety standards. Young children may be able to operate these lighters, which could pose a fire hazard.

## Retailer(s)

Retailers and distributors nationwide sold these lighters, between December 2000 and May 2001, for about $5.

## Importer(s)

L.A. Lighter Inc., of Azusa, Calif.

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

The recalled lighters are made of metal, come in different colors, and have a top that resembles a pencil across a protractor and triangle. To open the port and ignite the flame, consumers press on the pencil. The lighters, which are about three inches high, 7/8 inches wide and 1/4 inch deep, have a ruler along the side. A label on the lighter has the UPC code 7 63052 20108 5 and the words "MADE IN CHINA" and "SLIDE PUSH."

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-LA-Lighter-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Disposable-Cigarette-Lighters-)
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