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🧸 Product BE January 29, 2021

Original Fireworks — 0.3" Roman Candle

Roman Candle cat. F2, 12 per package

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Original Fireworks — 0.3" Roman Candle
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Burns
Category
Pyrotechnic articles
Hazard
The product exceeds the net explosive content for its type-approved model. Consequently, the safety distance required is higher than the declared in the packaging, which could lead to burns and injuries to by standing persons or the users.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Manufacturer) Withdrawal of the product from market
Barcode (GTIN): 82222019
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This alert was reported 2006 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.
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72 days in total
May 17, 2026 July 28, 2026
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What is this? This is a small firework called a Roman candle. It shoots out fire balls when lit.

What's happening? The firework has too much explosive inside. It may shoot fire farther than the box says. This can cause burns to people nearby.

Does this affect me? If you have this firework in Belgium, you could be at risk of burns.

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

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns · Category: Pyrotechnic articles · Hazard: The product exceeds the net explosive content for its type-approved model. Consequently, the safety distance required is higher than the declared in the packaging, which could lead to burns and injuries to by standing persons or the users. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
January 29, 2021
Last refreshed by us
2 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10002893

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What is this product recall alert about?
Original Fireworks — 0.3" Roman Candle. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns · Category: Pyrotechnic articles · Hazard: The product exceeds the net explosive content for its type-approved model. Consequently, the safety distance required is higher than the declared in the packaging, which could lead to burns and inju...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on January 29, 2021 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Belgium.
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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