Novelty Lighters
Novelty lighters in the shape of a plumbers wrench, a hammer, a wrench and an axe.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Burns, Fire
- Category
- Lighters
- Hazard
- The lighters are appealing to children and can easily be mistaken for a toy. Children may play with them and suffer burns or cause a fire.
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Retailer) Withdrawal of the product from market
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What is this? These are small, bright lighters made to look like toys. They can be fun for adults but are dangerous for children.
What's happening? Some of these lighters are being sold in Cyprus. They look like toys, so children might play with them and get hurt.
Does this affect me? If you have small children at home, check if any lighters look like toys. Keep them out of reach.
What should I do? Stop using any lighter that looks like a toy. Ask a pharmacist or doctor if you need help choosing a safe lighter.
🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.
🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Fire · Category: Lighters · Hazard: The lighters are appealing to children and can easily be mistaken for a toy. Children may play with them and suffer burns or cause a fire. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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