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🧸 Product THE NETHERLANDS October 24, 2025

Broekhoff Vuurwerk International B.V. — Armageddon-2

Fireworks of category F2, 148 shots compound.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Broekhoff Vuurwerk International B.V. — Armageddon-2
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Burns, Damage to hearing, Fire, Injuries
Category
Pyrotechnic articles
Hazard
The sound pressure level is too high (measured value up to 125.5 dB), which can cause damage to hearing. Additionally, the fireworks may burst or release burning material outside the safety distance of 8 m or below a height of 3 m, which may result in the user being hit by the pyrotechnical effects and matter from the product. This can lead to injuries, fire and burns. In addition, the article does not extinguish after functioning within 120 seconds, which may cause fire to surrounding objects.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Importer) Destruction of the product
  • (to: Importer) Recall of the product from end users
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 322 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
📈 Timeline
117 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 11, 2026
Daily snapshot data starts accumulating once the scheduler runs — for now this is interpolated from the agency's first/last dates.

What is this? This is a type of firework called Armageddon-2. It is made to explode with loud sounds and bright lights.

What's happening? Some of these fireworks are too loud and can hurt your ears. They may also burst too close to people or not go out fast enough, which can start fires.

Does this affect me? If you live in the Netherlands and have this firework, you could be at risk of burns, hearing damage, or fire.

What should I do? Stop using this firework right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you need help.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Damage to hearing, Fire, Injuries · Category: Pyrotechnic articles · Hazard: The sound pressure level is too high (measured value up to 125.5 dB), which can cause damage to hearing. Additionally, the fireworks may burst or release burning material outside the safety distance of 8 m or below a height of 3 m, which may result in the user being hit by the pyrotechnical effects and matter from the product. This can lead to injuries, fire and burns. In addition, the article does not extinguish after functioning within 120 seconds, which may cause fire to surrounding objects. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
October 24, 2025
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10092736

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What is this product recall alert about?
Broekhoff Vuurwerk International B.V. — Armageddon-2. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Damage to hearing, Fire, Injuries · Category: Pyrotechnic articles · Hazard: The sound pressure level is too high (measured value up to 125.5 dB), which can cause damage to hearing. Additionally, the fireworks may burst or release burning m...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on October 24, 2025 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to THE NETHERLANDS.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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