Snap Bangers
- Affected
- Small cylindrical tubes of red paper with clay plugs at each end of the tube.
- The problem
- The product poses a high risk of burns should the discharge of the throwdown touch the skin if the product is mishandled, modified or misused. The product also poses a risk of damage of hearing as the product exceeds safe noise emission limit.
- What to do
- The product has been withdrawn from sale. If you own one, stop using it and contact the seller.
Product information
| Type | Pyrotechnics – Throwdowns |
|---|---|
| Barcode | 0 634041776763 |
| Item No. | FKS01 (T8900) |
| Batch No. | S19-1 |
| Brand/Manufacturer | Tigerlily Limited |
| Notified Body Number | 1170 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Small cylindrical tubes of red paper with clay plugs at each end of the tube. |
| Product Report and Image | Product Report and Image |
Hazard
The product does not meet the physical description of a throwdown or the construction criteria required by the relevant standard.
The product poses a high risk of burns should the discharge of the throwdown touch the skin if the product is mishandled, modified or misused.
The product also poses a risk of damage of hearing as the product exceeds safe noise emission limit
of 120dB.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Pyrotechnic Articles (Safety) Regulations 2015.
Corrective action
Withdrawal of the product from the market.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2012-0010
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 25 June 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.