CPSC Recalls Five Brands of Aerosol String Streamers for Flammability

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the voluntary recall of five different brands of aerosol string streamers. These products, which are used like confetti at parties, are hazardous if sprayed near an open flame due to the flammability of the propellant. The companies participating in the recall are Northeast Imports, Inc., Masquerade, Inc., Topstone Industries, Inc., Franco-American Novelty, Co., Inc., and Fun World Inc.

CPSC tests determined that these products are flammable and are banned under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act because of their use by children. The agency learned of the issue through consumer complaints. Reports of serious burn injuries to both children and adults involving these and similar products have been investigated, typically occurring when the streamers are sprayed near birthday candles.

Approximately 1,135,000 cans of these five brands were sold nationwide during the past year for less than $5.00 per can. Consumers should immediately discontinue use of these products and return them to the retail store where purchased for a full refund.

The recalled product

Product

Franco-American Novelty Goofy Flying String aerosol string streamers

Manufacturer

Northeast Imports

Category

Consumer Product — Party Supplies

Hazard

• fire
• burn-injury

Distribution

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