July 13, 2005

BJ Alan Co. Announces Recall of Mammoth Smoke Fountain Fireworks

Name of Product: Mammoth Smoke Fountain

Units: About 3,000

Distributor/Manufacturer: BJ Alan Co., of Youngstown, Ohio

Hazard: The device can unexpectedly propel on the ground or unintentionally explode during use, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.

Description: The products are smoke-producing novelty devices packaged in a 4.5-inch long cylindrical tube. “MAMMOTH SMOKE" is written on the side of the devices in blue and yellow. They were sold in sets with other types of fireworks.

Sold at: Fireworks stands and stores nationwide from April 2003 through June 2005. The Phantom variety pack sold for about $6 and the Storm Chaser assortment tray sold for about $17.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact BJ Alan Co. for a replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact BJ Alan Co. at (800) 777-1691 between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.Fireworks.com