CPSC, Tools Exchange Inc. Announce Recall of Novelty Cigarette Lighters
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2001-05-02 · 01139a
Hazards
The lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Recall
Number
01139a
Date
2001-05-02
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
The "Hotery Pocke Torch" and "Fire Plug" Pocket Torch
Companies
Retailer(s)
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.
Importer(s)
Tools Exchange Inc., of Lynwood, Calif.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
The novelty cigarette lighters have two brand names: The "Hotery Pocke Torch" comes in various colors, including red and green, and is shaped like a fire extinguisher. It is a butane-fueled, torch-style lighter with a black plastic cap that fits over the flame port and ignition switch. "HOTERY POCKE TORCH" is written on one side of the lighter, "Made in Taiwan" is written on a sticker on the other side, and "PT-16" is printed on the cap. The cap is attached to the lighter's body by a linked metal chain. The "Pocket Torch" comes in red and dark gray, and is shaped like a fire hydrant. It is a butane-fueled, torch-style lighter with a black cap that fits over the flame port and ignition switch. The words "Fire Plug" appear in red inside of a black disk on both sides of the lighter. The cap is attached to the lighter's body by a linked metal chain.