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Product Recall Number: 02-042

Why was "Blast Balls" toys recalled?

When struck together, the toys create a cracking sound similar to that of a cap gun. The directions instruct consumers to strike one ball against the other in the palm of hand to create the cracking sound. When consumers strike the "Blast Balls" together, sparks can ignite, posing a burn hazard.

"Blast Balls" toys
Here's product recall specific data for "Blast Balls" toys.

  • Product Recall Number: 02-042

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2001-11-14

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: "Blast Balls" toys

  • Description: WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), JA-RU Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla., is voluntarily recalling about 43,000 "Blast Balls" toys. When struck together, the toys create a cracking sound similar to that of a cap gun. The directions instruct consumers to strike one ball against the other in the palm of hand to create the cracking sound. When consumers strike the "Blast Balls" together, sparks can ignite, posing a burn hazard.CPSC and JA-RU have received six reports of injuries, including minor burns to hands and fingers.The recalled toys are packaged as "Super Bang...Blast Balls". The balls are sold two in a pack, in a variety of colors.Convenience and novelty stores nationwide sold these toys from June 2001 through October 2001 for about $2.Consumers should immediately stop using the "Blast Balls" and contact JA-RU for a refund. Consumers can contact JA-RU at (800) 231-3470 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  • Hazard Description: When struck together, the toys create a cracking sound similar to that of a cap gun. The directions instruct consumers to strike one ball against the other in the palm of hand to create the cracking sound. When consumers strike the "Blast Balls" together, sparks can ignite, posing a burn hazard.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Refund

  • Units: About 43,000

  • Incidents: CPSC and JA-RU have received six reports of injuries, including minor burns to hands and fingers.

  • Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the "Blast Balls" and contact JA-RU for a refund.

  • Sold At: Convenience and novelty stores nationwide sold these toys from June 2001 through October 2001 for about $2.

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: None Listed

  • Distributors: None Listed

  • Manufactured In: None Listed

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed

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