Calico Brands Recalls Scripto Premium Torches Due to Risk of Injury or Death from Fires and Burns; Violates Mandatory Standard for Multipurpose Lighters
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 26-006 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- October 9, 2025
- Brand
- Calico
- Category
- Candles and household goods
- Products
- Scripto® Premium Torch
- Hazard
- Risk of Injury or Death from Fires and Burns; Violates Mandatory Standard for Multipurpose Lighters
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 175,000
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- October 9, 2025
What was recalled
This recall involves the Scripto® Premium Torch which has a four-position adjustable metal nozzle, adjustable flame, hands free operation lock, black ergonomic non-slip rubber grip, and a metal base with black velvet on the bottom. The UPC number "0-70257-52226-6" is printed on the back of the product box.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Scripto® Premium Torch · About 175,000 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Walmart and Home Depot stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com and Homedepot.com from November 2024 through August 2025 for about $15.; Calico Brands, of Ontario, California.
Consumer contact
Calico Brands toll free at 800-544-4837 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at premiumtorchrecall@calicobrands.com, or online at www.calicobrands.com/premiumtorchrecall.html or at www.calicobrands.com and click on "Product Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall history and context
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 166 recalls in the candles and household goods category, 33 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Scripto® Premium Torch (About 175,000 units). This recall involves the Scripto® Premium Torch which has a four-position adjustable metal nozzle, adjustable flame, hands free operation lock, black ergonomic non-slip rubber grip, and a metal base with black velvet on the bottom.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Risk of Injury or Death from Fires and Burns; Violates Mandatory Standard for Multipurpose Lighters.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torches and return them to the retailer for a full refund or store credit or contact Calico Brands for instructions on how to return the torches and receive a full refund. After contacting Calico Brands, consumers will receive a shipping label and appropriate hazmat packaging to return the torches free of charge.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on October 9, 2025. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.