EXHIBIT 99.1






                           Ronson Corporation Reports
                    Extension of Lender Forbearance Agreement



Somerset,  N.J., May 11, 2009 - Ronson  Corporation  (Over-the-Counter  RONC.PK)
(the  "Company")  today  reported  that its  primary  lender,  Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association, has extended its moratorium during which the bank will not
assert rights relating to existing  events of default,  through June 12, 2009 or
such earlier date permitted under the Company's  agreement with the bank. During
the extended moratorium, the bank will continue to provide credit advances under
the Company's  revolving  credit line, the maximum amount of which was increased
from  $2,000,000 to $2,500,000  as part of the  extension.  The Company does not
have an agreement to extend the moratorium beyond its current duration.

This press release  contains  forward-looking  statements  based on management's
plans  and  expectations  that  are  subject  to  uncertainty.   Forward-looking
statements are based on current expectation of future events. The Company cannot
ensure that any  forward-looking  statements  will be  accurate.  If  underlying
assumptions prove inaccurate or known risks or uncertainties materialize, actual
events could vary materially from those anticipated. Investors should understand
that it is not  possible to predict or identify  all such factors and should not
consider  this  to  be  a  complete   statement  of  all  potential   risks  and
uncertainties.  The Company assumes no obligation to update any  forward-looking
statements as a result of future events or developments.





COMPANY CONTACT:
DARYL K. HOLCOMB
(732) 469-8300