CPSCJanuary 31, 2002

CPSC, Micro-Mark Announce Recall of Butane Micro Torch

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

Why was CPSC, Micro-Mark Announce Recall of Butane Micro Torch recalled?

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.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get a full refund. Contact: For more information, contact Micro-Mark toll free at (888) 263-7076 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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
Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter
Company
Micro-Mark, of Berkeley Heights, N. J.
Quantity
About 260
Sold at
The lighters were sold nationwide from December 2000 to May 2001.
Recall date
January 31, 2002
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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.

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