BJ Alan Co. · Recalled
CPSC, BJ Alan Co. Announce Recall of "Blaster Balls" Fireworks
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.
- Units
- About 6,600
- Reports
- 3
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $3
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
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.
The file
- Sold at
- Fireworks stands and stores nationwide, from May 2004 through June 200,5 for about $3 a package.
- Product type
- Fireworks & Accessories
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- BJ Alan Co., of Youngstown, Ohio
Incident log
BJ Alan Co. has received reports of three incidents. One incident resulted in minor burns to fingers.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact BJ Alan Co. for a replacement product.
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
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated JUL 13 2005; last revised DEC 19 2024.