CPSC, TNT Fireworks Announce Recall of Party Poppers Sold at Wal-Mart
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-04-08). About 4,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03106 |
| Published | 2003-04-08 |
| Last updated | 2025-05-28 |
| Product category | Fireworks & Accessories |
| Products | Party Poppers |
| Firm named in the title | TNT Fireworks |
| Firms | American Promotional Events Inc., doing business as TNT, of Florence, Ala. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 4,000 |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Wal-Mart stores sold these Party Poppers nationwide from January 2003 through March 2003 for about $2. |
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.
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.
Incidents and 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.
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