CPSC, Micro-Mark Announce Recall of Butane Micro Torch Lighters
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-01-31). Hazards: fire, burn, chemical. About 260 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02519 |
| Published | 2002-01-31 |
| Last updated | 2025-10-29 |
| Product category | Lighters |
| Products | Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter |
| Firm named in the title | Micro-Mark |
| Firms | Micro-Mark, of Berkeley Heights, N. J. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 260 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, chemical |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | The lighters were sold nationwide from December 2000 to May 2001. |
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.
Hazard
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.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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