CPSCGeneral Alert
CPSC, JA-RU Inc. Announce Recall of "Blast Balls" Toys
Published: November 15, 2001Recall ID: 02042Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
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.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled toys are packaged as "Super Bang...Blast Balls". The balls are sold two in a pack, in a variety of colors.
Affected Products
Blast Balls toys
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-JA-RU-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Blast-Balls-Toys |
| Title | CPSC, JA-RU Inc. Announce Recall of "Blast Balls" Toys |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/blast-balls.jpeg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled "Blast Balls" toys |
| Hazards › Name | 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. |
| Injuries › Name | CPSC and JA-RU have received six reports of injuries, including minor burns to hands and fingers. |
| Products › Name | Blast Balls toys |
| Products › Type | Toy Balls |
| Products › Category I D | 2183 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 43,000 |
| Recall I D | 2044 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the "Blast Balls" and contact JA-RU for a refund. |
| Importers › Name | JA-RU Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla. |
| Retailers › Name | Convenience and novelty stores nationwide sold these toys, from June 2001 through October 2001, for about $2. |
| Recall Date | 2001-11-15T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled toys are packaged as "Super Bang...Blast Balls". The balls are sold two in a pack, in a variety of colors. |
| Product U P Cs › U P C | 075656009165 |
| Recall Number | 02042 |
| Consumer Contact | Consumers can contact JA-RU at (800) 231-3470 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-07-30T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |