YMCA Trading Recalls Lighters Due to Potential Burn Hazard to Children
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-10-23). Hazards: fire, burn, chemical, non compliance. About 24,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09021 |
| Published | 2008-10-23 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Lighters |
| Products | Gas Match and "Ready, Aim...Fire" Multi-Purpose Lighters |
| Firm named in the title | YMCA Trading |
| Firms | YMCA Trading Inc., of Maspeth, N.Y. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 24,000 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, chemical, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Retail stores in New York State from August 2008 through October 2008 for about $1. |
Description
The recalled "Gas Match" lighters have either a multi-colored red/white, blue/white or green/white plastic body, and a silver-colored metal nozzle. Each lighter measures 10½ inches long. The recalled "Ready, Aim...Fire" lighters have either a solid black, blue, red or green plastic body, and a silver-colored metal nozzle. Each lighter measures 9 inches long.
Hazard
The multi-purpose lighters fail to meet federal safety standards because they might not contain a child-resistant mechanism, posing a potential fire and burn hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lighters and contact YMCA Trading to arrange for return of the lighter for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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