KT&G initiates recall of "Lil Solid 3.0" heating tobacco device

Feb.24.2025
KT&G initiates recall of "Lil Solid 3.0" heating tobacco device
KT&G recalls "Lil Solid 3.0" heated tobacco devices due to needle detachment issue found in some products produced between August and November 2024.

According to a report by Hankooki on February 21, KT&G, a South Korean tobacco company, has initiated a recall of the "Lil Solid 3.0" heated tobacco devices manufactured between August and November 2024.


KT&G announced that the recall decision was made due to the discovery of heating needle detachment issues in some products. In order to ensure consumer safety, the company has temporarily suspended the sale of this equipment and decided to voluntarily recall the affected products.


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