UCO Fire Starting Kit Mini – 12 Waterproof Hurricane Matches & Sweetfire Starters in Compact Waterproof Case
When space is tight but reliability matters, the UCO Fire Starting Kit Mini delivers. This compact, go-anywhere kit includes 12 Hurricane Matches that burn for up to 12 seconds—even in wind and rain—along with 3 Sweetfire Biofuel Tabs that strike like a match and burn hot for over 7 minutes. Everything is packaged in a lightweight, reusable waterproof case that weighs just over 1 oz.
Ideal for backpacking, bug-out bags, glove boxes, or storm emergency kits, the Mini Kit gives you quick, dependable fire-starting power in unpredictable conditions. Whether you're off-grid, in the backcountry, or prepping for power outages, this kit packs fire-starting confidence into the palm of your hand.
What’s Included
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12 UCO Hurricane Matches – windproof, waterproof, 12-second burn time
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3 UCO Sweetfire Biofuel Tabs – strikeable head, long burn, made from bagasse (sugarcane waste)
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1 Replaceable striker (water-resistant)
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1 Compact waterproof reusable case
Key Features
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Lights fires fast in wet, windy, or cold environments
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Sweetfire tabs double as match and tinder, burn 7+ minutes
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Compact waterproof case protects contents and floats
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Ultralight and easy to pack—perfect for backcountry and survival use
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Best for:
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Bug-out bags and emergency kits
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Camping and overlanding
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Power outages and natural disaster prep
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Minimalist backpacking and EDC setups
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Specs
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Match Burn Time: 12 seconds
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Firestarter Burn Time: 7+ minutes per tab
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Case Dimensions: 2.9" x 2.1" x 1.1"
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Total Weight: 1.1 oz (31 g)
USING MATCHES
CAUTION: For outdoor use by adults only. Carefully monitor lit matches until completely burned. Store extra strikers in protective sleeves after use to keep dry. Store matches separately from strikers to prevent accidental ignition.
PERFORMANCE TIPS:
- For lighting a match, it is ideal if the striker is a firm surface which can usually be achieved by just closing the box.
- If striker and box become wet, the striker will still work, but needs to dry first so that the surface is once again firm. Use a spare striker until then.
- If matches become wet, just wipe dry before use.
SAFETY TIPS:
- Strike away from the body or in a downwards position. Be careful of bystanders.
- Be careful when striking the match since sparks can fly off the igniting head.
- After using the match, run it in water to be certain that it will not light anything else on fire.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including carbon monoxide, soot and other combustion by-products, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to http://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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