Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 21, 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.
Case #SR/01975/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Novelty lighter |
| Brand | Novelty |
| Country | Germany |
| Case Number | SR/01975/26 |
| Hazard | Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Reclia – Recall Information Database Record
Case Number: SR/01975/26
Date of Entry: Based on EU Safety Gate alert dated 30/04/2026
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1. Recall Summary
A voluntary recall has been initiated for a specific novelty lighter product sold in Germany. The recall was notified by the German authorities and published on the EU Safety Gate system. The product is a refillable novelty lighter shaped like a handbag and featuring a Hello Kitty motif. The recall action was taken by an unspecified type of economic operator, and the measure involves the removal of the product listing by the online marketplace where it was offered for sale. The recall became effective on 30/04/2026.
2. Affected Products
– Product Name: Hello Kitty handbag / Hello Kitty Handtasche
– Product Type: Novelty lighter
– Category: Lighters
– 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.
– Country of Origin: United Kingdom
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Case Number: SR/01975/26
The affected product is a refillable novelty lighter in the shape of a handbag with a Hello Kitty motif. No specific serial numbers, batch codes, or date ranges are provided in the recall notice to further narrow the affected units.
3. Hazard Information
The following hazard information is explicitly stated in the EU Safety Gate alert:
– 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.
No other hazards, injuries, or incidents are reported in the source data.
4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies the following action taken by the economic operator:
– Measure: Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace.
– Date of Entry into Force: 30/04/2026
The source data does not provide specific instructions for consumers who have already purchased the product. It does not state whether consumers should stop using the product, return it, or contact the seller directly. The only action explicitly recorded is the removal of the product listing from the online marketplace.
5. Official Remedy
The official remedy is not specified in the recall notice. The source data indicates that the measure taken is the removal of the product listing by the online marketplace. No information is provided regarding a refund, replacement, repair, or any other form of consumer compensation. The type of economic operator taking the measure is listed as “OtherCategory,” but no further details about the nature of that category or the operator’s identity are given.
6. Contact Information
– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099526
– Case Number: SR/01975/26
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– URL for Recall Details: Not specified in the recall notice.
No direct contact information for the manufacturer, distributor, or online marketplace is provided in the source data. Consumers seeking further information are advised to refer to the EU Safety Gate alert page linked above or contact the relevant consumer protection authority in Germany.
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End of Record
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/01975/26).
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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for complete details and official instructions.