WASHINGTON (AP) — A Florida company is recalling about 43,000 "Blast Balls" toys because when struck together the balls can spark and cause burns.
JA-RU Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla., has received six reports of injuries, including minor burns to hands and fingers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday.
The toy's directions instruct consumers to strike one ball against the other in the palm of the hand to create a cracking sound similar to that of a cap gun.
The recalled toys are packaged as "Super Bang Blast Balls." The balls are sold with two in a pack, in a variety of colors.
Convenience and novelty stores sold these toys from June 2001 through October 2001 for about $2.
The government said consumers should immediately stop using the "Blast Balls" and contact the company for a refund by calling toll-free at 1-800-231-3470 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday.