CPSC, Micro-Mark Announce Recall of Butane Micro Torch Lighters
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-01-31 · 02519
Hazards
The lighters do not have a child-resistant mechanism, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Recall
Number
02519
Date
2002-01-31
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter
Companies
Retailer(s)
The lighters were sold nationwide from December 2000 to May 2001.
Distributor(s)
Micro-Mark, of Berkeley Heights, N. J.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
The recalled lighters are black with a chrome finished flame guard and a red gas control lever on the top. They are about six inches high and 1 3/8" in diameter and "TAIWAN" is imprinted on the chrome metal bottom. A half-inch metal screw facing back serves as an ignition button.