Novelty lighter Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 25, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Novelty lighter

Brand: Novelty

Country: Germany

Hazards: Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

🇪🇺 Official EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Case #SR/01727/26 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Novelty lighter
Brand Novelty
Country Germany
Case Number SR/01727/26
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)
Case Number: SR/01727/26
Date of Record: Based on data entry effective 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 online marketplace operator due to the product posing a risk of burns and fire. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation or the European standard EN 13869. The notifying country for this action is Germany, and the country of origin is the United Kingdom.

2. Affected Products

– Product Category: Lighters
– Product Type: Novelty lighter
– Product Name: LED blinking lighter Hello Kitty
– 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.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Description: A refillable lighter that lights up and features a Hello Kitty design.
– Country of Sale: Germany.

3. Hazard Information

The product has been classified as presenting a serious risk. The specific danger identified in the recall notice is that, due to its shape and colour, the lighter is appealing to children. This creates a risk that children could play with the lighter and suffer burns or cause a fire. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 13869.

4. Consumer Action Required

Consumers who have purchased this product should stop using it immediately. The official measure taken is the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. Consumers should check the product listing on the marketplace where the item was purchased for specific instructions regarding the return or disposal of the product. The recall notice does not specify a direct consumer contact procedure beyond the removal of the listing.

5. Official Remedy

The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is listed as “Other,” and the category of measure is the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. The date of entry into force for this measure is 30/04/2026. The recall notice does not specify a refund, replacement, or repair process for consumers who have already purchased the product.

6. Contact Information

– Notifying Country: Germany
– Country of Origin: United Kingdom
– Online Marketplace: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Official Recall Reference: SR/01727/26
– EU Safety Gate Link: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099233
– Product Image: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11012155

Disclaimer: This record is compiled strictly from the source data provided. Any information not explicitly stated in the source data is noted as “Not specified in the recall notice.” No independent testing, verification, or editorial analysis has been performed.

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 Novelty lighter?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01727/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Novelty 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 Novelty lighter?

A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.

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