Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 07, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Lighter
Brand: Lighter
Country: Germany
Hazards: Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Case #SR/01924/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Lighter |
| Brand | Lighter |
| Country | Germany |
| Case Number | SR/01924/26 |
| Hazard | Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Here is the factual recall information record based on the provided EU Safety Gate data.
Recall Information Record
Database: Consumer Safety (EU Safety Gate)
Record ID: SR/01924/26
Date of Entry: Based on measure date 30/04/2026
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1. Recall Summary
A voluntary recall and market removal has been initiated for a specific novelty lighter product sold in Germany. The action was taken by an economic operator (type not further specified in the source data) and involves the removal of the product listing by the online marketplace. The recall is classified as a serious risk due to the product’s potential to cause burns or fire, specifically because it is appealing to children. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation or the European standard EN 13869.
2. Affected Products
– Product Category: Lighters
– Product Name: Novelty lighter
– Brand: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Model/Type Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Description: A refillable lighter in the form of a lipstick with a Hello Kitty motif.
– Country of Origin: United Kingdom
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Case Number: SR/01924/26
3. Hazard Information
– Risk Type: Burns, Fire
– Level of Risk: Serious risk
– Nature of Danger: Due to its shape and colour, the lighter is appealing to children. Children could play with it and suffer burns or cause a fire.
– Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 13869.
4. Consumer Action Required
The source data does not provide specific instructions for consumers regarding what they should do with the product (e.g., stop using, return to store). The official measure taken is a removal of the product listing by the online marketplace. Consumers who have purchased this product are advised to check the official EU Safety Gate alert for further details or contact the relevant retailer or marketplace for guidance.
5. Official Remedy
– Type of Measure: Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace.
– Type of Economic Operator Taking Measure: Other (not further specified in the source data).
– Date of Entry into Force: 30/04/2026
– Remedy Details: The specific remedy for consumers (e.g., refund, replacement) is not specified in the recall notice. The official action documented is the removal of the product from sale by the online marketplace.
6. Contact Information
– Recall Authority Reference: EU Safety Gate Alert Number: SR/01924/26
– Official Alert Link: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099439
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Contact Details for the Economic Operator: Not specified in the recall notice.
Recall Timeline
- **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
- **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
- **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I identify the recalled Lighter?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01924/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Lighter?
A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.
Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Lighter?
A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.
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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
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Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.