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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 03060

Bamboo-Stick Sparklers

Published December 23, 2002

Summary

CPSC records recall 03060, published December 23, 2002. Reported units: About 1.7 million boxes.

What's the hazard

The sparklers' bamboo-stick handles can catch fire, burn and disintegrate and emit burning fragments during use. The sparklers present a fire hazard and a risk of burn injury.

What to do

Consumers should stop using these sparklers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

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Recall details

Brand
Elkton Sparkler Company Inc., of North East, Md.
Distributor
Variety Stores sold these sparklers nationwide, from January 2002 through May 2002, for between $2 and $5 a box.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Bamboo-Stick Sparklers recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 03060 on December 23, 2002. Reported hazard: The sparklers' bamboo-stick handles can catch fire, burn and disintegrate and emit burning fragments during use. The sparklers present a fire hazard and a risk of burn injury.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using these sparklers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Elkton Sparkler Company Inc., of North East, Md..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)