Recall: 13131 Imports Recalls Red Apple Fireworks Brand "American Glory" and "Merica AF" Fireworks Due to Explosion and Burn Hazards; Violation of Federal Firework Safety Standards
Description: This recall involves two different Red Apple Fireworks reloadable tube artillery shell fireworks. The American Glory firework contains 24 shells and was sold in red, white and blue packaging featuring a cartoon depiction of an eagle. The 'Merica AF firework contains six shells and was sold in red, white and blue packaging featuring a cartoon representation of the Statue of Liberty, a hotdog, a popsicle, or an eagle.
Name of product: Fireworks
Units: About 2,400
Manufacturer: Liuyang Xiaohe Fireworks Manufacturing Co, of China
Hazard: The recalled shell fireworks can explode prematurely, posing explosion and burn hazards to consumers and bystanders.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks and contact 13131 Imports for a full refund. Information on how to properly dispose of the products, or how to return them to the Red Apple Fireworks store where purchased, or to Red Apple if purchased online is at www.bbinc.co/voluntary-product-safety-recalls.
Recall date: August 10, 2023
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 72 reports of fireworks prematurely exploding. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At: Red Apple Fireworks in Valdosta, Georgia; Flint, Michigan, and Pahrump, Nevada, and online at www.redapplefireworks.com from April 2023 through July 2023 for between $27 and $230.
Importers: 13131 Imports LLC, of Las Vegas, Nevada
Manufactured in: China
Consumer contact: 13131 Imports toll-free at 844-733-2775 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at hello@bbinc.co or online at www.bbinc.co/voluntary-product-safety-recalls or www.bbinc.co click on "PRODUCT RECALLS" on the top of the page for more information.
Recall number: 23-260