Pyro Bliss
Pyro Bliss was recalled on 26 April 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00993/24. Burns, Damage to hearing, Injuries risk reported by The Netherlands. The article has too many duds with and without fuse, children can pick these up and ignite them, causing injuries and/or burns.
| Alert Number | A12/00993/24 |
| Brand | Wolff Vuurwerk B.V. |
| Category | Pyrotechnic articles |
| Risk Type | Burns, Damage to hearing, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 26 April 2024 |
Risk Description
The article has too many duds with and without fuse, children can pick these up and ignite them, causing injuries and/or burns. It also expels excessive quantities of burning pieces outside the safety distance, which can cause injuries and/or burns to the user or bystanders or cause a fire. In addition, the sound pressure level of the fireworks is too high, posing a risk for serious injury to hearing of the user and bystanders. Moreover the product has an inadequate fuse delay (too short or too long) which may cause the user to walk to the article too early or not having enough time to reach a safe distance from the fireworks. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive nor with the European standard EN 15947.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 27/11/2023Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 27/11/2023
Product Description
Fireworks of category F2.
🌡️ 👂 ⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, damage to hearing, injuries hazard related to Pyro Bliss.
About this risk
Burns: This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use. Damage to hearing: This product can emit sound levels that exceed safe limits, potentially causing hearing damage or hearing loss with prolonged use. Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Burns: Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product. Damage to hearing: Stop using the product or reduce volume to minimum levels. If you experience ringing in the ears or hearing discomfort, consult a doctor. Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries. Children are especially vulnerable as their hearing is more sensitive than adults. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.