Customs warn: be careful when buying illegal New Year's fireworks!

Customs warn: be careful when buying illegal New Year's fireworks!

Stralsund, Deutschland - Customs in Stralsund raises the alarm: Shortly before the turn of the year, the authority urges urgently against the purchase of illegal fireworks. This season, the customs officers in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania have already confiscated a remarkable 12,500 illegal fireworks, about 140 kilograms. Last year, the total amount of confiscated pyrotechnic products was more than 580 kilograms. These forbidden firecrackers, often without the necessary CE test mark, pose massive risks because they go beyond the permitted explosive content and have led to serious injuries in the past, such as severed limbs and dramatic burns. The popularity of introducing fireworks via post shipments also increases, as the customs determines. The authority warns: the possession and import of these dangerous fireworks are punishable and fall under the explosive law, which has strict regulations for the well -being and security of the citizens, such as Zoll.de emphasized.

Caution when buying fireworks

Products in categories F3 and F4 are particularly dangerous, which may only be acquired with a special approval. Fireworks with the CE sign that confirms your security should be the only choice to avoid nasty surprises. The Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) and customs urgently recommend the use and purchase of illegal pyrotechnic articles. Imported fireworks, even from EU neighboring countries, must also comply with German security standards. Travelers are asked to observe aid measures and only import approved articles, since the import of non -certified pyrotechnics products is not only prohibited, but can also be punished legally.

The clear message of customs is to protect your own well -being. Therefore, you should do without products whose origin and security are not proven - whether for the New Year's Eve or other festivities. The clarification of fireworks and their risks remains an important topic to avoid types with fake CE signs or unsafe materials.