Novelty lighter Recall – EU Safety Gate

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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.

🇪🇺 Official EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Case #SR/01978/26 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Novelty lighter
Brand Novelty
Country Germany
Case Number SR/01978/26
Hazard Fire Hazard, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

RECALL INFORMATION RECORD
Database: EU Safety Gate
Record ID: SR/01978/26
Date of Entry: Based on source data (measure effective 30/04/2026)

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1. Recall Summary

A recall notification has been issued for a specific novelty lighter product sold in the European Union. The product is a toilet-shaped refillable lighter with a built-in ashtray. The notifying country is Germany. The product originates from the United Kingdom. The recall was initiated due to risks of burns and fire, as well as non-compliance with applicable safety regulations. The notified measure involves the removal of the product listing by the online marketplace.

2. Affected Products

– Product Name: Novelty lighter (marketed as “toilet / Toilette”)
– Brand: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Category: Lighters
– Type/Model 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/01978/26

3. Hazard Information

The following hazard information is explicitly stated in the EU Safety Gate notification:

– Risk Type: Burns, Fire
– Danger Description: 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.
– Risk Level: Classified as “Serious risk” by the notifying authority.

4. Consumer Action Required

The official measure taken by the economic operator is the removal of the product listing by the online marketplace. The recall notice does not specify a direct consumer action such as returning the product to a physical store or contacting a manufacturer. Consumers who have purchased this product should verify whether the online marketplace from which they purchased the item has issued specific instructions regarding the disposal, return, or safe handling of the lighter. The measure is effective as of 30/04/2026.

5. Official Remedy

The official remedy, as stated in the source data, is the removal of the product listing by the online marketplace. No specific remedy for consumers who already possess the product (such as a refund, replacement, or repair) is detailed in the recall notice. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is listed as “Other.”

6. Contact Information

– Recall Reference URL: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099519
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Manufacturer/Brand Contact: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Online Marketplace: Not specified in the recall notice.

Disclaimer: This record is compiled exclusively from the provided EU Safety Gate data. Any information not present in the source data is noted as “Not specified in the recall notice.” Consumers are advised to consult the official Safety Gate portal for the most current information and to follow any instructions provided by the relevant national authorities or the online marketplace where the product was purchased.

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/01978/26).

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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