CPSC, Fireworks of Alabama Announce Recall of Bamboo-Stick Sparklers
Recalled February 20, 2003 · CPSC recall 03083 · Fireworks
Hazard
The sparklers' bamboo-stick handles can catch fire, burn and disintegrate and emit burning fragments during use. These sparklers present a fire hazard and a risk of burn injury.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these sparklers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Units
About 72,000
Incidents / injuries
CPSC and Fireworks of Alabama have not received any reports of injuries associated with these bamboo stick sparklers. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Description
The recalled sparklers are packaged in a multicolored cardboard box and sold with six sparklers per box. The sparklers measure about 7 inches long. Labels on the packaging read in part "Bamboo Stick Color Sparklers," "6 PIECES," and "MADE IN CHINA." Only bamboo sparklers with "LB-N011-7" printed on the packaging are included in the recall.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these sparklers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Contact
For more information, consumers can contact Fireworks of Alabama, Inc. at (800) 289-5569 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Product
Bamboo Stick Color Sparklers
Manufacturer(s)
Fireworks of Alabama, Inc. of Adamsville, Ala.
Retailers
Variety stores sold these sparklers nationwide, from June 2002 through December 2002, for about $2 a box.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →