13131 Imports Recalls Red Apple Fireworks Brand "American Glory" and "Merica AF" Fireworks Due to Explosion and Burn Hazards; Violation of Federal Firework Safety Standards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2023-08-10). Hazards: burn, explosion, non compliance. About 2,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 23260 |
| Published | 2023-08-10 |
| Last updated | 2023-08-10 |
| Products | Fireworks |
| Firm named in the title | 13131 Imports |
| Firms | Liuyang Xiaohe Fireworks Manufacturing Co, of China (manufacturer); 13131 Imports LLC, of Las Vegas, Nevada (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 2,400 |
| Hazard classes | burn, explosion, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | refund, dispose, stop use |
| Sold | Red Apple Fireworks in Valdosta, Georgia; Flint, Michigan, and Pahrump, Nevada, and online at www.redapplefireworks.com from April 2023 through July 2023 for between $27 and $230. |
Description
This recall involves two different Red Apple Fireworks reloadable tube artillery shell fireworks. The American Glory firework contains 24 shells and was sold in red, white and blue packaging featuring a cartoon depiction of an eagle. The 'Merica AF firework contains six shells and was sold in red, white and blue packaging featuring a cartoon representation of the Statue of Liberty, a hotdog, a popsicle, or an eagle.
Hazard
The recalled shell fireworks can explode prematurely, posing explosion and burn hazards to consumers and bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks and contact 13131 Imports for a full refund. Information on how to properly dispose of the products, or how to return them to the Red Apple Fireworks store where purchased, or to Red Apple if purchased online is at www.bbinc.co/voluntary-product-safety-recalls.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 72 reports of fireworks prematurely exploding. No injuries have been reported.
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