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🧸 Product DK July 31, 2026

Kometraket

Fireworks, green rocket.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Kometraket
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Other risk levels
Type
Burns, Damage to sight, Injuries
Category
Pyrotechnic articles
Hazard
The fireworks may burst or release burning material over an extended period of time after functioning. Moreover, the user may reignite parts of the product, which poses a risk of burns and/or injuries. Additionally, debris from the product may fall down after functioning. A bystander could be hit by the debris and suffer injuries and damage to sight.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Manufacturer) Withdrawal of the product from market
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 54 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
13 days in total
August 1, 2026 August 14, 2026

What is this? Kometraket is a type of firework that can burst or keep burning after lighting. It may also reignite parts, throwing out hot pieces.

What's happening? These fireworks can cause burns, eye damage, or injuries. Hot pieces or debris may fall and hurt people nearby.

Does this affect me? If you use or watch fireworks in Denmark, you could be at risk. Bystanders are especially in danger from falling debris.

What should I do? Stop using these fireworks. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you have burns or injuries.

🤖 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: Other risk levels · Type: Burns, Damage to sight, Injuries · Category: Pyrotechnic articles · Hazard: The fireworks may burst or release burning material over an extended period of time after functioning. Moreover, the user may reignite parts of the product, which poses a risk of burns and/or injuries. Additionally, debris from the product may fall down after functioning. A bystander could be hit by the debris and suffer injuries and damage to sight. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
July 31, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 month ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099624

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What is this product recall alert about?
Kometraket. Risk level: Other risk levels · Type: Burns, Damage to sight, Injuries · Category: Pyrotechnic articles · Hazard: The fireworks may burst or release burning material over an extended period of time after functioning. Moreover, the user may reignite parts of the product, which pos...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on July 31, 2026 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Denmark.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
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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