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JAKKS Pacific Recalls Spa Factory Aromatherapy Kits Due to Explosion and Projectile Hazards

Published: January 29, 2009Recall ID: 09112Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

Pressure from the buildup of carbon dioxide in the jars of Bath Bombs/Balls or Bath Fizzies can cause the caps on the jars to blow off, posing explosion and projectile hazards. The mixtures also can contain citric acid, which can get into the eyes during an explosion, posing a risk of eye irritation.

Product Description & Identification

This recall involves the purple caps on jars in the Spa Factory™ Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain and the Bath Benefits™ Kit toys. The jars are used to make Bath Bombs/Balls and Bath Fizzies. The following models are included in this recall. The item number is located on the bottom of the product's packaging. Model Item Number Spa Factory™ Bath Benefits™ Kit 37836 Spa Factory™ Deluxe Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain 37908 Spa Factory™ Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain 37837 Spa Factory™ Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain 54892 Spa Factory™ Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain 54857

Affected Products

Spa Factory™ Aromatherapy Fountain & Bath Benefits Kits

Additional Source Details

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U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/JAKKS-Pacific-Recalls-Spa-Factory-Aromatherapy-Kits-Due-to-Explosion-and-Projectile-Hazards
TitleJAKKS Pacific Recalls Spa Factory Aromatherapy Kits Due to Explosion and Projectile Hazards
Images › 1 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/f1733bed9406447eb025bdd000d2576e.jpg
Images › 1 › CaptionSpa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain
Images › 2 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/41d235f79f8d452bba06d8482aee0cb5.jpg
Images › 2 › CaptionOriginal gift bath jar cap without vent holes
Images › 3 › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/6984cf4e216a4c16a30ef54333f0a084.jpg
Images › 3 › CaptionReplacement gift bath jar with vent holes
Hazards › NamePressure from the buildup of carbon dioxide in the jars of Bath Bombs/Balls or Bath Fizzies can cause the caps on the jars to blow off, posing explosion and projectile hazards. The mixtures also can contain citric acid, which can get into the eyes during an explosion, posing a risk of eye irritation.
Injuries › NameJAKKS and CPSC have received 88 reports of exploding jars, including 13 injuries. Injuries to children aged 6 to 11 years old include three cases of irritated eyes, two eye injuries from flying caps, a cheek welt and a cheek cut. Injuries to adults include four reports of bruising, one swollen joint, and one face gash.
Products › NameSpa Factory™ Aromatherapy Fountain & Bath Benefits Kits
Products › TypeAir Fresheners/Aromatherapy
Products › Category I D1812
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 516,000
Recall I D5123
Remedies › NameConsumers should immediately take the toy's jars and caps away from children and contact JAKKS for free replacement jar caps with vent holes.
Importers › NameJAKKS Pacific Inc., of Malibu, Calif.
Retailers › NameSam's Club, Wal-Mart, Target, and toy stores nationwide from August 2008 through January 2009 for about $13 for the Bath Benefits Kit and between $30 and $50 for the Aromatherapy Fountain.
Recall Date2009-01-29T00:00:00
DescriptionThis recall involves the purple caps on jars in the Spa Factory™ Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain and the Bath Benefits™ Kit toys. The jars are used to make Bath Bombs/Balls and Bath Fizzies. The following models are included in this recall. The item number is located on the bottom of the product's packaging. Model Item Number Spa Factory™ Bath Benefits™ Kit 37836 Spa Factory™ Deluxe Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain 37908 Spa Factory™ Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain 37837 Spa Factory™ Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain 54892 Spa Factory™ Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain 54857
Recall Number09112
Consumer ContactFor additional information, contact JAKKS toll-free at (877) 875-2557 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.myspafactory.com, or email the firm at caps@jakks.net
Last Publish Date2015-02-04T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › CountryChina

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