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BJ Alan Co. Recalls "Thunderstick Rocket" Fireworks for Explosion Hazard

Reported: June 21, 2006 Initiated: June 21, 2006 #06191

Product Description

The products are a stick-type rocket with a 4-inch long, ½-inch in diameter engine mounted on a wooden stick approximately 16 inches long. The engine is wrapped in blue or purple paper with a picture of a rocket, and the writing, "Phantom Fireworks Thunder Stick Rocket."

Reason for Recall

These rockets are overloaded with flash powder, violating the regulatory standard for this product. During use, these fireworks could explode with a greater force than expected and cause burns and bodily harm to nearby consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact B.J. Alan Company for a replacement product.

Details

Units Affected
About 61,200 packages of six rockets

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The products are a stick-type rocket with a 4-inch long, ½-inch in diameter engine mounted on a wooden stick approximately 16 inches long. The engine is wrapped in blue or purple paper with a picture of a rocket, and the writing, "Phantom Fireworks Thunder Stick Rocket.". Recalled by BJ Alan Co., of Youngstown, Ohio. Units affected: About 61,200 packages of six rockets.
Why was this product recalled?
These rockets are overloaded with flash powder, violating the regulatory standard for this product. During use, these fireworks could explode with a greater force than expected and cause burns and bodily harm to nearby consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact B.J. Alan Company for a replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 21, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06191.