"Blast Balls" toys
Class II - Moderate π Consumer Products
Recalled: November 15, 2001 Unknown Manufacturer Children's Products
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 43,000)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Unknown Manufacturer
- Reason for Recall:
- When struck together, the toys create a cracking sound similar to that of a cap gun. The directions instruct consumers to strike one ball against the other in the palm of hand, to create the cracking sound. When consumers strike the "Blast Balls" together, sparks can ignite, posing a burn hazard.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- When struck together, the toys create a cracking sound similar to that of a cap gun. The directions instruct consumers to strike one ball against the other in the palm of hand, to create the cracking sound. When consumers strike the "Blast Balls" together, sparks can ignite, posing a burn hazard.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately stop using the "Blast Balls" and contact JA-RU for a refund.
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Product Information
Full Description:
The recalled toys are packaged as "Super Bang...Blast Balls". The balls are sold two in a pack, in a variety of colors.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 43,000)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 02042
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