Safety Recall: Yorozuya Kerosene – Japan CAA

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 02, 2026

Recall Information Record

Case Number: 00000025523
Product: Kerosene
Brand: Yorozuya
Hazards: Safety Risk
Source: Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA)

WHAT HAPPENED

The Japan Consumer Affairs Agency has issued a recall notice for kerosene sold under the brand name “Yorozuya” at a single retail location in Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture. The product was sold between November 2019 and December 6, 2019, and may have been contaminated with gasoline or other volatile substances.

Gasoline contamination in kerosene poses a serious fire and explosion risk when used in heaters or stoves. Consumers who purchased kerosene from this specific store during the indicated period should stop using it immediately and check for unusual odors or performance issues.

Affected consumers should take the following steps:

• Stop using the kerosene immediately and do not pour it down drains or into the environment.
• Contact Yorozuya at the provided contact number for instructions on return or disposal.
• If you experience any safety incidents or have further questions, report them to the Consumer Affairs Agency using the management number 00000025523.

AFFECTED BATCHES & TARGET SPECIFICS

– **Target Model / Type:** N/A
– **JAN Barcode:** N/A
– **Affected Serial / Lot Numbers:** N/A
– **Total Units Affected:** N/A

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY NOTES

Sales period: November 2019 to December 6, 2019, at Yorozuya in Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture. Hazard: Possible gasoline contamination in kerosene. Recall start date: December 7, 2019. Management number: 00000025523.

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