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.
Features
- Lights fires fast in wet, windy, or cold environments
- Sweetfire tabs double as a match and tinder, burn 7+ minutes
- Compact waterproof case protects contents and floats
- Ultralight and easy to pack—perfect for backcountry and survival use
Materials and Care
- 12 UCO Hurricane Matches – windproof, waterproof, 12-second burn time
- 3 UCO Sweetfire Biofuel Tabs – strikeable head, long burn, made from bagasse (sugarcane waste)
- 1 Replaceable striker (water-resistant)
- 1 Compact waterproof reusable case
- Match Burn Time: 12 seconds
- Firestarter Burn Time: 7+ minutes per tab
- Case Dimensions: 2.9" x 2.1" x 1.1"
- Total Weight: 1.1 oz (31 g)
- Care Instructions:
- Storage: Keep the strikers in their protective sleeves to keep them dry. Store matches separately from the strikers to avoid accidental ignition
- Moisture Management: If the matches get wet, wipe them dry before attempting to use them
- Striker Care: If the striker surface becomes wet, it will still work once dry ( If it is damaged or worn out, use one of the spare strikers included in the kit
- Safety: For adult use only. Strike matches away from the body)
- Disposal: Run used matches under water to ensure they are fully extinguished before removal
About UCO Gear
UCO (Utility, Comfort, Originality) is a Seattle-based outdoor gear brand founded in 1971, specializing in innovative, durable, and practical camping equipment, particularly in lighting, fire-starting, and mess kits. Famous for its iconic Original Candle Lantern and stormproof matches, UCO focuses on improving the camping experience with simple, sustainable, and functional designs and a fresh perspective on what the outdoor and camping lifestyle is truly about.
Why UCO Gear
UCO’s innovative approach to the deeper meaning of the camping lifestyle and its focus on simplifying outdoor experiences, ensuring safety, and fostering a deeper connection with nature showcase an ideology that we at SEED encourage and value. UCO Gear brings a balance of ingenuity and quality that all generations can appreciate.