July 2, 2003
Name
of product:
"TNT" Reloadable Tube Fireworks
Units: About 22,700
Importer: American Promotional Events Inc., of Florence, Ala.
Hazard: The firework device has a defective base and can break during
launch. If reused, the launching device could then send fireworks in unintended
directions, possible causing injury.
Description: The firework device consists of a black base with a multicolored
PVC material tube having approximate dimensions of 11 inches high by 1.25
inches in diameter. Each product is sold with six shells with fuses. The
product is labeled "Model No. CP983," "Item No 460070,"
"TNT," and "#1 SELLING BRAND."
Sold at: Firework display stands and tents and retail operations in
those states where the sale of consumer fireworks is legal. They were sold from
June 2003 through July 2003 for about $35.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Return the entire firework device to the retailer for a refund
or contact TNT for further directions.
Consumer Contact: American Promotional Events Inc., (TNT) at (800)
243-1189 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.