CPSC recall · Reported November 15, 2017
Wholesale Fireworks Recalls Fireworks Due to Violation of Federal Standards; Explosion and Burn Hazards
The recalled fireworks are overloaded with pyrotechnics intended to produce an audible effect, violating the federal regulatory standards for this product. Overloaded fireworks ca…
Wholesale Fireworks Inc., of Laramie, Wyo. recalled This recall involves Toxic artillery rockets, Boom Box aerial shells and Detonator firecr….
Wholesale Fireworks Recalls Fireworks Due to Violation of Federal Standards; Explosion an… was recalled by Wholesale Fireworks Inc., of Laramie, Wyo. in November 15, 2017. Reason: The recalled fireworks are overloaded with pyrotechnics intended to produce an audible effect, violating the …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks and contact Wholesale Fire…. Verify recall #18035 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Wholesale Fireworks Inc., of Laramie, Wyo. issued this CPSC recall-The recalled fireworks are overloaded with pyrotechnics intended to produce an audible effect, violating the ….
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- November 15, 2017
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18035 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
This recall involves Toxic artillery rockets, Boom Box aerial shells and Detonator firecrackers. Product Quantity in Package Product Description UPC code/Model Price Toxic artillery rockets Toxic Rockets were sold in a hanging package of six artillery rockets. "Toxic" is printed on the rockets and on the top cardboard information label on the top of the package. The packaging has a red dragon on it surrounded with a black flame. No model or UPC number About $90 Boom Box aerial shells Boom Box aerial shells were sold in a package of six. The aerial shells measure about five inches high with their tube. "BOOM BOX" is printed on the aerial shells, tube and packaging. The fireworks are red with green fuses and measure about two inches high. UPC code 820151600047 is printed on the top panel of the box. About $13 Detonator firecrackers Detonator firecrackers were sold in a package of 20, in two single columns of 10 brown and orange firecrackers with purple tissue paper by the fuse. "Detonator" is printed on the firecrackers and on the package. Model number FP5 is printed on the product. UPC number 201615861653 is printed on the back of the retail package. About $50
Reason for recall
The recalled fireworks are overloaded with pyrotechnics intended to produce an audible effect, violating the federal regulatory standards for this product. Overloaded fireworks can result in a greater than expected explosion, posing burn and explosion hazards to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks and contact Wholesale Fireworks for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18035 |
| Date reported | November 15, 2017 |
| Date initiated | November 15, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Wholesale Fireworks Inc., of Laramie, Wyo. |
| Affected scope | About 1,700 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks and contact Wholesale Fireworks for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (18035) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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