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Energetic Materials Approvals

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Fireworks

The 2018 American Pyrotechnics Association (APA) Standard 87-1 A, B, and C have been adopted into full use and Incorporated by Reference (IBR) into the 49 Code of Federal Regulations beginning November 26, 2021. Since this time PHMSA has created Firework Brochures providing...

Firework Certification Agencies (FCA)

Effective August 15, 2013, PHMSA established an alternative to the approval process for UN0336 Division 1.4G consumer fireworks. Now firework manufacturers have the option to apply to a DOT-approved FCA in accordance with 49 CFR § 173.65. The FCA certification process is similar to PHMSA's...

DOT Approved Fireworks Certification Agencies

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The FCA's listed below have been approved by the Associate Administrator for Hazardous Materials Safety, Department of Transportation, East Building, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington DC 20590-0001 to review and certify Division 1.4G consumer...