CPSC, BIC Clarify Recall


Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights
Hazard
The recalled lighters are not equipped with the metal shield over the sparkwheel, whereas the child-resistant lighters have that shield.
Incidents & injuries
No injuries have been reported.
Product description
The recall involves only BIC lighters without child-resistant technology illegally imported into the U.S. by Vaid Enterprises. They were not imported or sold by BIC Corporation.
Contact the company
BIC Media Contact: Linda K. Kwong, (203)783-2049
What should I do?
Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.
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