GS Fireworks Recalls Fireworks Due to Violation of Federal Standards; Explosion and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at GS Fireworks

WASHINGTON, June 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/GS-Fireworks-Recalls-Fireworks-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Standards-Explosion-and-Burn-Hazards-Sold-Exclusively-at-GS-Fireworks

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Fireworks

Hazard:  The recalled fireworks are overloaded with pyrotechnics intended to produce an audible effect, violating the federal regulatory standard for this product. Overloaded fireworks can result in a greater than expected explosion, posing explosion and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy: Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks and return them to GS Fireworks for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: 
GS Fireworks collect at 616-304-8800 anytime or email [email protected] for more information.  

Recall Details

Units: About 260

Description:
This recall involves 26 different consumer fireworks. The brand name, product name and the item number are printed on the outside wrapping of the firework.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold At: Exclusively at GS Fireworks in Wyoming, Michigan from March 2018 through May 2018 for between $10 and $125.

Manufactured in: China

Note: The Michigan State Fire Marshal's office investigated these fireworks and worked with CPSC to initiate this recall.

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Recall Number: 19-148

SOURCE U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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