Disposable Cigarette Lighters – Import Violation (2002)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Disposable Cigarette Lighter
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
UPC Codes
3086120600020, 3086120600051
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Disposable Cigarette Lighter. The hazard is: The lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law. Young children coul. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The disposable cigarette lighters being recalled are oval-tube-shaped "BIC" and mini- "BIC" brand lighters. The lighters have a green, red, blue, black or yellow body and a metal top. "BIC" and "Made in France" are imprinted into the metal top of the lighter. A label on the lighter reads, "WARNING KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN." The recalled lighters are not equipped with a metal shield over the spark wheel. The child-resistant lighters have that shield. The recalled standard size lighters have the UPC number "3 086120 600020" and the mini-lighters have the UPC number "3 086120 600051."
Reported concern (CPSC)
The lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026