PRA number
2017/16295
Published date
Product description
Novelty cigarette lighters in the shape of a horse head or elephant head.
Horse barcode 8717928092193
Elephant barcode 8717928092179
Horse barcode 8717928092193
Elephant barcode 8717928092179
What are the defects?
The lighters are subject to Consumer Protection Notice No. 18 of 2011 Permanent ban on toy-like novelty cigarette lighters.
What are the hazards?
Children may mistake these lighters for toys. If children play with the lighters they risk suffering serious burn injuries.
What should consumers do?
Consumers who purchased the lighters should immediately stop using them and contact MRK Distributors Pty Ltd or return the lighters to the place of purchase to arrange an exchange or full refund of the purchase price.
For further information, consumers can contact MRK Distributors Pty Ltd on 0410 650 177 or email mrkdistributors@optusnet.com.au or go to http://www.mrkdistributors.com.au
For further information, consumers can contact MRK Distributors Pty Ltd on 0410 650 177 or email mrkdistributors@optusnet.com.au or go to http://www.mrkdistributors.com.au
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
TSG, Cignall, Free Choice tobacconists
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
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Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
