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Fireworks Original Fireworks “0.3" Roman Candle” — risk: burns
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/00115/21
Summary
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. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive and the relevant European standard EN 15947.
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Product
Fireworks — Original Fireworks
- Brand
- Original Fireworks
- Name / model
- 0.3" Roman Candle · 1008-F2-69244536, 8222/YT-2503
- Batch number(s)
- 82222019
- Category
- Pyrotechnic articles
- Roman Candle cat. F2, 12 per package
- Recall information: https://www.originalfireworks.com/
What is the risk?
- 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. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive and the relevant European standard EN 15947.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 21/12/2020
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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