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CPSC, L.A. Lighter Inc. Announce Recall of Disposable Cigarette Lighters

Recalled July 2, 2002 · CPSC recall 02195 · L.A. Lighter

Recalled disposable lighters
Hazard
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.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and contact L.A. Lighter to receive a full refund.
Units
About 1,800
Incidents / injuries
L.A. Lighter has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

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."

What to do

Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and contact L.A. Lighter to receive a full refund.

Contact

Consumers may contact L.A. Lighter at (800) 499-4708 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Product
Disposable cigarette lighters
Imported by
L.A. Lighter Inc., of Azusa, Calif.
Retailers
Retailers and distributors nationwide sold these lighters, between December 2000 and May 2001, for about $5.
Made in
China
UPC
763052201085

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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