The Consumer Product Safety Commission and JAKKS Pacific are re-announcing their recall of more than 516,000 Spa Factory Aromatherapy Kits because 88 more injuries have been reported. These toys should immediately be taken away from children because they could explode and send projectiles around, causing serious injury.
This children’s product was originally recalledin January 2009 but there have been additional injuries caused by the Spa Factory Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain & Bath Benefits Kits. Pressure from the buildup of carbon dioxide in the jars of Bath Bombs/Balls or Bath Fizzies that come with the kits can cause the unvented lids to blow off, posing explosion and projectile hazards. The flying pieces also can cause property damage. Additionally, the mixture of water with the Bath Bombs/Balls or Bath Fizzies can create citric acid. This acid can get into consumers’ eyes when the jars explode, posing a risk of eye irritation.
These are the products and their UPC numbers affected by the recall
- Spa Factory Bath Benefits Kit – 22876-37836-6
- Spa Factory Deluxe Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain – 22876-37908-0
- Spa Factory Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain – 22876-37837-3, 22876-54892-9, 22876-54857-8
As of January 2009, CPSC had received 88 reports of exploding jars, including 13 injuries to children. Since that time, CPSC has received 12 additional reports of exploding unvented jars of JAKKS’ Bath Bombs/Balls or Bath Fizzies, including 13 additional reported injuries. The new injuries include irritated eyes, irritated skin and one eye injury from projectile jar lids.
They were sold at Sam’s Club, Walmart, Target and other stores nationwide from August 2008 through August 2010. They sold for between $13 and $50 and continue to be available in some stores. Consumers should contact JAKKS Pacific at 877-875-2557 or their website to receive replacement lids.
