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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2017-12-19

Matrix Fireworks Recalls Fireworks Due to Violation of Federal Standard; Explosion and Burn Hazards

Is my product affected?

Fireworks

  • Brand Matrix Fireworks Inc., of Wahpeton, N.D.

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Matrix Fireworks is recalling Jumbo Fireworks "Surprise Fountain" products due to a federal safety violation. The recalled fireworks, identified by product code JFG4279 on the front panel, are overloaded with pyrotechnic material designed to produce an audible effect. These small red cylinder devices, measuring 3 inches tall by about 1 inch wide, function similarly to illegal firecrackers rather than as labeled fountains, creating a risk of unexpectedly severe explosions and burns.

Consumers who have purchased these fireworks should not use them. According to the recall notice, affected consumers should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

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 burn and explosion hazards to consumers. The product is labeled as a fountain but functions similar to an M-80 or other large firecracker, which are illegal.

What should I do?

Consumers should not use the recalled fireworks and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Details from the source

This recall involves the Jumbo Fireworks "Surprise Fountain." The recalled fireworks were sold individually and have product code JFG4279 printed on the front panel above the cautionary text. The fireworks are small red cylinder devices that measure 3 inches tall by about 1 inch wide. "Jumbo Fireworks," "Surprise Fountain," "Warning" and an image of fountains with happy faces are printed on the front.

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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