Product description

Sky lanterns are miniature airborne decorations propelled by lighting an open fuel source at the base of the lantern.

See a list of details to help identify the product

Reason the product is recalled

The product contravenes the permanent ban on sky lanterns, Consumer Protection Notice No.17 of 2011.

The hazards to consumers

Sky lanterns may cause fires if the open flame contacts combustible material, posing a risk of death or serious injury to the general public, particularly in bushfire-prone areas.

What consumers should do

Return the product to place of purchase for a full refund.

Details to help identify the product

Supplier running the recall

Wing Loon News and Books

Who sold the product

Wing Loon News and Books

Identifying product features

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Identifying numbers

Other identifying numbers

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Where the product was sold

Western Australia

Responsible regulators

Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.

Quote PRA number 2013/13495 when contacting a regulator about this recall.

Recall and remedy questions

Contact the Department of Commerce (WA) if you have:

  • a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
  • concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.