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

Active Recall Announced July 2, 2002 CPSC #02195

Quick answer

CPSC, L.A. Lighter Inc. Announce Recall of Disposable Cigarette Lighters is CPSC recall #02195, announced on July 2, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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." The remedy is consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and contact l.a. lighter to receive a full refund.. Affected brand: L.A. Lighter Inc..

Hazard

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."

Affected products

Disposable cigarette lighters

Recalled brands

L.A. Lighter Inc.

Remedy

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

Recall date

July 2, 2002

Categories

Lighters

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02195?

CPSC recall #02195 covers CPSC, L.A. Lighter Inc. Announce Recall of Disposable Cigarette Lighters, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 2, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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 is the remedy for recall #02195?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02195 is consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and contact l.a. lighter to receive a full refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, L.A. Lighter Inc. Announce Recall of Disposable Cigarette Lighters on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-LA-Lighter-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Disposable-Cigarette-Lighters-. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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