Winco Recalls Unity 7 Shot Aerial Cake Fireworks
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Winco Fireworks International is recalling about 87,120 Unity 7 Shot 200 Gram Aerial Cake firework devices due to tip-over risks causing explosion and burn hazards.
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What Happened
The recalled fireworks can tip over, posing a risk of serious injury from explosion and burn hazards.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall involves the Unity 7 Shot 200 Gram Aerial Cake firework devices, model MEF6096. The recalled products were sold in colors red, white and blue and weigh approximately one-third of a pound. The size measures 2.9 inches by 2.9 inches by 3.9 inches. The product has a red, white and blue label that has the word "Unity" written on it. The label has images of American flags in the background. The date codes between 03.16.2026 and 05.18.2026 and model number MEF6096 are under the barcode on the back of the package. About 87,120 units were sold at Pyro City stores and other independent fireworks stores nationwide from January 2026 through May 2026 for between $6 and $8. The products were imported by Winco Fireworks International, LLC, of Grandview, Missouri.
What You Should Do
Consumers should stop using the recalled fireworks immediately and return the fireworks to the store where they were purchased for a full refund. Consumers will receive the refund in the form of cash or a refund to their original form of payment. For more information, contact Winco Fireworks International by email at cade@wincofireworks.com or visit https://www.wincofireworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Unity-Recall.pdf.
Why This Matters
The recall addresses a tip-over hazard that can lead to serious injury from explosions and burns, affecting tens of thousands of units sold across the United States.
Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Winco-Fireworks-International-Recalls-Unity-7-Shot-200-Gram-Aerial-Cake-Fireworks-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-from-Explosion-and-Burn-Hazards (CPSC Recall Number 26602)
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