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Fireworks Glossary — 50+ Terms Every Importer Should Know

Master fireworks terminology before your next purchase. This glossary covers effects, safety classifications, logistics terms, and industry jargon — designed for importers and distributors.

A-Z Glossary — 25 Essential Terms

Aerial Shell

Professional firework launched from a mortar tube, bursting mid-air. Calibers range 3"-12".

Break

The moment a shell bursts open in the sky, releasing its effects.

Cake / Repeater

Multi-tube consumer firework firing multiple shots. Common configurations: 19, 25, 36, 49 shots.

CE Marking

Mandatory conformity mark for products sold in the European Economic Area. For fireworks: EN 15947 standard.

Chrysanthemum

A peony-style burst where each star leaves a visible trail, resembling chrysanthemum petals.

Comet

An ascending pyrotechnic effect with a trailing tail, used as an opener or transition.

CPSC

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Regulates consumer fireworks under 16 CFR Part 1507.

Crossette

Advanced shell effect that splits mid-air into multiple smaller stars in a cross pattern.

DG (Dangerous Goods)

Classification for hazardous materials during transport. Fireworks are Class 1 explosives.

DG Packing Certificate

Mandatory Chinese export document certifying dangerous goods packaging meets UN standards.

DOT

U.S. Department of Transportation. Regulates transport of hazardous materials including fireworks.

Dud

A firework that fails to ignite or function as intended. Dream Fireworks dud rate ≤ 0.3%.

EAC

Eurasian Conformity mark required for Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan.

EN 15947

European harmonized standard for fireworks. Covers categories F1-F4 with safety and performance requirements.

Fountain

Ground-based firework spraying sparks upward. Burn time 20-60 seconds. C-grade consumer product.

HS Code 3604.10

Harmonized System code for fireworks and firecrackers in international trade.

Mine

Professional ground-level firework producing an instant upward column of effects.

MSDS

Material Safety Data Sheet. Required document describing hazardous material properties for shipping.

NEQ (Net Explosive Quantity)

The total weight of explosive material in a firework or container. Critical for transport classification.

Peony

The classic spherical burst effect. Stars spread evenly in all directions without trails.

Roman Candle

Tube-shaped firework that sequentially shoots colored effect balls. Common configurations: 10/20/30 shots.

Sparkler

Handheld firework producing steady sparks. Lengths: 30/50/75cm. C-grade, all-ages product.

Strobe

Rapid flickering pyrotechnic effect. High visual impact, commonly used in display finales.

UN Classification

UN dangerous goods classification. Fireworks: 1.4G (consumer), 1.3G (professional), 1.1G (large shells).

Willow

An elegant drooping burst effect where stars fall like willow branches. Longer burn time than peony.

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