The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of approximately 1,660 units of G-Force Artillery Shell Fireworks.
Description: This recall involves the G-Force Artillery Shells packaged in a box of six with the tube included. The tube contains the G-Force logo in red and yellow. The shells are about 5 inches long, 2 inches in diameter, and are covered in a blue wrapping.
Hazard: The recalled fireworks are overloaded with pyrotechnics intended to produce an audible effect, violating the federal regulatory requirements for this product. Overloaded fireworks can result in a greater than expected explosion, posing explosion and burn hazards to consumers. The fireworks are banned hazardous substances and are prohibited from being sold under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA).
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Sold At: Keystone Fireworks locations from November 2018 through May 2019 for about $60.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
