TNT Red recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

June 27, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Fireworks Recalled By American Promotional Events Due to Burn and Injury Hazards

Recall number

17181

Sold / distributed

Albertsons, Kroger, Meijer, Target, Wal-Mart and other retailers in Illinois, Ohio, Vermont and Wisconsin from May 2017 through June 2017 about $5.

Why it was recalled

The fireworks can explode unexpectedly after being lit, posing burn and injury hazards to consumers.

What was recalled

This recall involves TNT Red, White, & Blue Smoke fireworks. The recalled fireworks are pyrotechnic devices that make smoke when lit. They were sold in a bag containing three canisters: one red, one blue and one white. Each colored smoke firework is a cardboard cylinder tube that measures about 1 inch in diameter and 5 inches long. The TNT logo, "Red, White & Blue Smoke" and UPC number 027736036561 appear on the packaging.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks and contact America Promotional Events for a full refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.