CPSC, TNT Fireworks Announce Recall of Party Poppers Sold at Wal-Mart
CPSC recall 03106 · announced April 8, 2003 · American Promotional Events Inc., Doing Business As Tnt · 4,000 units affected
The product
The recalled Party Poppers are packaged in units of four. The Party Poppers were sold in clear cellophane wrappers with blue, yellow and red cardboard headers. The Party Poppers and the packaging are labeled "TNT BIG FUN PARTY POPPER." The Party Poppers are shaped like rockets with 3½-inch wooden support sticks.
The hazard
The Party Popper is a rocket-shaped device that shoots into the air when the string is pulled. The cone-shaped top can pop off rapidly, and can hit and injure both children and adults.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these Party Poppers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): CPSC and TNT have not received any reports of incidents involving the Party Poppers. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Sold at: Wal-Mart stores sold these Party Poppers nationwide from January 2003 through March 2003 for about $2.
Consumer contact: For more information, consumers can contact TNT toll-free at (800) 243-1189 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.