CPSC, TNT Fireworks Announce Recall of Party Poppers Sold at Wal-Mart
Recalled April 8, 2003 · CPSC recall 03106 · TNT Fireworks
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.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these Party Poppers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Units
About 4,000
Incidents / injuries
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.
Description
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.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these Party Poppers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
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.
Product
Party Poppers
Imported by
American Promotional Events Inc., doing business as TNT, of Florence, Ala.
Retailers
Wal-Mart stores sold these Party Poppers nationwide from January 2003 through March 2003 for about $2.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →