OCOOPA Hand Warmer Recall After 350 Reported Burn Injuries and One Death

On July 30, 2026, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of about 1.5 million OCOOPA rechargeable hand warmers because the lithium-ion batteries can overheat and ignite. According to the CPSC recall notice, OCOOPA Direct received 1,480 reports of overheating that resulted in 15 fires and 350 burn injuries, including the death of an 83-year-old consumer in San Diego, California, in February 2026.

The recall covers seven models sold online from September 2018 through May 2026. For people who suffered serious burns or lost a loved one, the recall also raises questions about why the battery overheated, which companies were involved in bringing the product to market and whether compensation is available.

If you or a family member suffered a serious burn from an OCOOPA hand warmer, the national burn injury lawyers at Pritzker Hageman can review what happened at no cost. Call 1-888-377-8900, text 612-261-0856, or contact us online.

Which OCOOPA Hand Warmers Are Recalled?

The recall includes OCOOPA-branded rechargeable hand warmers sold in two-unit packs. The two hand warmers can join magnetically and have a USB-C charging port, adjustable heat settings, LED indicator lights, a hard plastic shell and a silicone lanyard.

The recalled model numbers are:

• UT3053 (also marketed as UT3 Lite)
• UT3056 (also marketed as UT4 Young)
• ZLS-118
• ZLS-118S
• ZLS-118D
• H01
• H01(PD)

The model number and a three digit batch number are printed on the underside of each hand warmer. The word OCOOPA appears on the top of the unit and on the packaging.

They were sold online at Amazon.com, Ocoopa.com, Ocoopa.net and Walmart.com from September 2018 through May 2026, for between 15 and 60 dollars. They were manufactured in China. The recall is being conducted by Shenzhen Street Cat Technology Co., Ltd., doing business as OCOOPA Direct. The full notice is on the CPSC recall page.

Why Can a Rechargeable Hand Warmer Cause a Serious Burn?

Rechargeable hand warmers contain lithium-ion cells, charging electronics and temperature-control components in a small product designed to be held close to the body. A damaged or defective cell can enter thermal runaway, a rapid reaction in which heat builds faster than the battery can release it. The result can be intense heat, smoke, fire or the release of hot material.

The fact that a product overheated does not, by itself, identify the failure. Engineers may need to determine whether the incident involved a battery cell, charging system, protective circuitry, assembly, product design, warnings, damage during shipping or another cause.

Pritzker Hageman’s burn injury lawyers have investigated similar issues in lithium-ion battery fires involving e-bikes and other electronic devices and in cases involving electric foot warmers and heated insoles.

Who May Be Legally Responsible for an OCOOPA Hand Warmer Burn?

Product liability laws vary by state. Depending on the evidence and the law that applies, a case can involve companies responsible for product design, battery cells or other components, manufacturing, importing, distribution, warnings, marketing or sale.

The CPSC notice identifies Shenzhen Street Cat Technology Co., Ltd., doing business as OCOOPA Direct, as the importer and says the hand warmers were manufactured in China. It lists Amazon.com, Ocoopa.com, Ocoopa.net and Walmart.com as online sales channels.

A product liability investigation traces the product’s chain of distribution and gathers records about each company’s role, product testing, quality controls, prior overheating reports, warnings and corrective actions.

How Is an OCOOPA Hand Warmer Burn Claim Investigated?

A recall is an important starting point, but it does not establish why a particular hand warmer failed or automatically prove liability. Lawyers and qualified experts investigate whether the battery cell, charging system, temperature controls, protective circuitry, assembly, warnings or another part of the product caused or contributed to the burn or fire.

The investigation can include purchase records, model and batch information, fire department and medical records, photographs, witness accounts, prior complaints, product testing, quality-control records and each company’s role in designing, manufacturing, importing, distributing or selling the hand warmer.

When a battery fire spreads through a home or vehicle, origin-and-cause experts may need to evaluate the scene and rule out other ignition sources. Our fire investigation lawyers work with qualified experts to determine whether a product failure started or contributed to the fire.

What Compensation May Be Available After a Serious Burn?

Compensation in a burn injury lawsuit depends on the law, the evidence and the losses caused by the incident. Recoverable damages can include:

• Emergency care, hospitalization, surgery, skin grafts and burn-center treatment
• Future medical care, rehabilitation, occupational therapy and scar treatment
• Lost wages and reduced future earning capacity
• Pain, emotional distress, scarring and disfigurement
• Wrongful death losses when a family member dies

Pritzker Hageman’s burn injury lawsuit guide explains how serious burn cases are investigated and what survivors and families can expect from the legal process.

If a Family Member Died

The CPSC recall notice reports one death associated with the recalled hand warmers. When a defective product causes a fatal fire or burn injury, surviving family members may have the right to bring a wrongful death claim.

These cases often depend on evidence collected during the fire investigation, including where the fire started, what products were present and whether a rechargeable hand warmer or another lithium-ion battery device contributed to the fire. A careful origin and cause investigation can help families understand what happened and determine whether a company may be legally responsible.

No legal action can undo the loss of a loved one. A wrongful death claim can, however, provide answers, accountability and compensation for losses such as funeral expenses, lost financial support and the loss of care, guidance and companionship.

When Should You Contact a Burn Injury Lawyer?

You should speak with a burn injury lawyer if an OCOOPA hand warmer caused a serious burn or the death of a family member.

A legal review and investigation can be especially important when the incident involved:

• Hospitalization, surgery, skin grafting or treatment at a burn center
• A deep burn or a burn to the hand that affects grip, sensation, movement or the ability to work
• Permanent scarring or disfigurement
• The death of a loved one

A serious burn injury can affect nearly every part of a person’s life, from medical treatment and work to mobility, independence and emotional well-being. Families deserve to understand what caused the fire and whether a company can be held responsible.

A burn injury lawsuit requires evidence connecting the recalled product to the burn or fire and identifying the companies that may be legally responsible. Because product liability and wrongful death filing deadlines vary by state, and important records or fire-scene evidence can be lost over time, these cases should be investigated as soon as possible.

How Pritzker Hageman Helps Burn Survivors and Families

Pritzker Hageman represents people with catastrophic burn injuries and families in wrongful death cases nationwide. Our legal team investigates product failures, identifies responsible companies, and pursues compensation for the full effect of a serious injury.

We also understand that recovery continues long after the immediate medical crisis. Pritzker Hageman partners with the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors to provide legal resources for burn survivors and their families.

If you were seriously burned by an OCOOPA rechargeable hand warmer, or if a hand warmer fire caused major property damage or a death, call 1-888-377-8900, text 612-261-0856, or request a free consultation. There is no fee unless we recover compensation for you.

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