CPSC, Micro-Mark Announce Recall of Butane Micro Torch Lighters

Active Recall Announced January 31, 2002 CPSC #02519

Quick answer

CPSC, Micro-Mark Announce Recall of Butane Micro Torch Lighters is CPSC recall #02519, announced on January 31, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get a full refund.. Affected brand: Micro-Mark.

Hazard

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.

Affected products

Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter

Recalled brands

Micro-Mark

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get a full refund.

Recall date

January 31, 2002

Categories

Lighters

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02519?

CPSC recall #02519 covers CPSC, Micro-Mark Announce Recall of Butane Micro Torch Lighters, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on January 31, 2002. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.

What is the remedy for recall #02519?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02519 is consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get 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, Micro-Mark Announce Recall of Butane Micro Torch 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-Micro-Mark-Announce-Recall-of-Butane-Micro-Torch-Lighters. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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