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CPSC, Fireworks of Alabama Announce Recall of Bamboo-Stick Sparklers

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsFeb 20, 2003
Recalled Bamboo Stick Color Sparklers
Recalled Bamboo Stick Color Sparklers
Recalled Bamboo Stick Color Sparklers
Recalled Bamboo Stick Color Sparklers

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

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.

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.

Product 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.

Sold on

Variety stores sold these sparklers nationwide, from June 2002 through December 2002, for about $2 a box.

Contact the company

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.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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