CPSC, BJ Alan Co. Announce Recall of "Blaster Balls"
CPSC, BJ Alan Co. Announce Recall of "Blaster Balls" Fireworks
Why was CPSC, BJ Alan Co. Announce Recall of "Blaster Balls" recalled?
When the blaster balls are hit together, they can produce a spark that can catch on fire, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact BJ Alan Co. for a replacement product. Contact: For additional information, contact BJ Alan Co. by calling (800) 777-1691 between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.Fireworks.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.
Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?
UPC: 3826959035
- Product
- Blaster Balls
- Company
- BJ Alan Co., of Youngstown, Ohio
- Quantity
- About 6,600
- Sold at
- Fireworks stands and stores nationwide, from May 2004 through June 200,5 for about $3 a package.
- Recall date
- July 13, 2005
- Incidents / injuries
- BJ Alan Co. has received reports of three incidents. One incident resulted in minor burns to fingers.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The products are two hard balls meant to produce a snapping or popping sound when hit together. Each package contains a pair of blaster balls that are about 1.25 inches in diameter and were sold in assorted colors. They were sold in a blister pack that measured about 6.75 inches by 5 inches, with a UPC number located on the back of package reading 3826959035.