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CPSC, Tools Exchange Inc. Announce Recall of Novelty Cigarette Lighters

The lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards. hazard recall for The "Hotery Pocke Torch" and "Fire Plug" Pocket Torch.

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The lighters do not have child-resistant mechanisms, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards. Recall #01139a

CPSC, Tools Exchange Inc. Announce Recall of Novelty Cigarette Lighters

The novelty cigarette lighters have two brand names: The "Hotery Pocke Torch" comes in various colors, including red and green, and is shaped like a fire extinguisher. It is a butane-fueled, torch-style lighter with a black plastic cap that fits over the flame port and ignition switch. "HOTERY POCKE TORCH" is written on one side of the lighter, "Made in Taiwan" is written on a sticker on the other side, and "PT-16" is printed on the cap. The cap is attached to the lighter's body by a linked metal chain. The "Pocket Torch" comes in red and dark gray, and is shaped like a fire hydrant. It is a butane-fueled, torch-style lighter with a black cap that fits over the flame port and ignition switch. The words "Fire Plug" appear in red inside of a black disk on both sides of the lighter. The cap is attached to the lighter's body by a linked metal chain.

Recall date: May 2, 2001 Last update: Feb 23, 2026
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