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🧸 Product THE NETHERLANDS June 21, 2024

Fireworks International B.V. — Shocking!

Fireworks of category F2, 100-shots compound.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Fireworks International B.V. — Shocking!
📷 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 values up to 124.5 dB). Consequently, it can cause damage to hearing. Moreover, the product has duds with fuse, children can pick these up and ignite them causing injuries and/or burns. Additionally, the fireworks may burst or release burning material too close to the ground, causing fire and/or burns and injuries to bystanders.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Importer) Withdrawal of the product from market
  • (to: Importer) Recall of the product from end users
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This alert was reported 812 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? These are fireworks made in China but sold in the Netherlands. They can be too loud, too hot, or not work right.

What's happening? Some of these fireworks are too loud and can hurt ears. Some do not light right and can burn people. Others can start fires or throw hot pieces at people.

Does this affect me? If you live in the Netherlands and have these fireworks, you could be at risk.

What should I do? Stop using them and 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 values up to 124.5 dB). Consequently, it can cause damage to hearing. Moreover, the product has duds with fuse, children can pick these up and ignite them causing injuries and/or burns. Additionally, the fireworks may burst or release burning material too close to the ground, causing fire and/or burns and injuries to bystanders. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
June 21, 2024
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10013422

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What is this product recall alert about?
Fireworks International B.V. — Shocking!. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Damage to hearing, Fire, Injuries · Category: Pyrotechnic articles · Hazard: The sound pressure level is too high (measured values up to 124.5 dB). Consequently, it can cause damage to hearing. Moreover, the product has duds with fuse, chil...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on June 21, 2024 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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