CPSCSeptember 19, 2000

CPSC, BIC Clarify Recall

CPSC, BIC Clarify Recall

Why was CPSC, BIC Clarify Recall recalled?

The recalled lighters are not equipped with the metal shield over the sparkwheel, whereas the child-resistant lighters have that shield.

What should I do if I have this product?

Follow the instructions in the official agency record. Contact: BIC Media Contact: Linda K. Kwong, (203)783-2049

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
"BIC" brand lighters
Company
BIC Corporation, of Milford, Conn., Vaid Enterprises, of New Jersey
Recall date
September 19, 2000
Incidents / injuries
No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves only BIC lighters without child-resistant technology illegally imported into the U.S. by Vaid Enterprises. They were not imported or sold by BIC Corporation.

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