PHMSA - Fireworks

Fireworks

This page has information regarding common mistakes made on applications, links to the approvals database search, procedures for obtaining EX numbers, guidance and criteria for fireworks novelties, and instructions/required information for the designated agent.

If the firework device does not comply with APA 87-1 Standard, it must be tested in accordance with 49 CFR 173.56 (visit the Explosives page).

Explosive Approvals - Regulatory Guidelines for Shipping and Transporting Fireworks

Approvals Search Tools

The approvals search tool is a powerful and effective method to determine the current status of a submission, existing approval, pending approval, terminated approval or expired approval.

If you need information concerning application status that is not available in this search, please contact: approvals@dot.gov or call 202/366-3987.

Approvals Search

Terminated Approvals

Applications & Forms

Information For The Designation of a U.S. Agent of Service (sample letter included)

Explosives Test Laboratories

	Additional Item Names Added to Valid EX Approval
	The Firework Program permits additional item name(s) to be added to a valid EX Approval number, currently held by a manufacturer.

	Procedure for Obtaining EX Numbers Under APA Standard 87-1 (sample letters included)
	To expedite your application be sure to use the sample APA Fireworks Approval Application included.

Sample Cover Letter (DOC)

Sample Fireworks Application (DOC)

Firework Application for Approval Guidance

Note: You can also review a list of common mistakes made in Firework Applications in the guidance for Submitting an Application.

Approved and Prohibited Fireworks Chemicals List (Feb 2012)

Clarification of Fireworks Approvals Policy published in the Federal Register Docket No. PHMSA-2010-0353

Clarification and Further Guidance on the Fireworks Approvals Policy [Docket No. PHMSA-2011-0315; Notice No. 11-13] January 5, 2012

Clarification on the Division 1.1 Fireworks Approvals Policy [Docket No. PHMSA-2011-0157; Notice No. 11-6] February 21, 2012

	Submitting an Application for Approval
	Hazardous Materials Fireworks Approvals submission guidance.

Particle (Micron) Size Chart for all Metals Used in a Firework Device

Fireworks Brochure

Hints and Requriements for Approvals

Provide PHMSA with a spreadsheet of any items that are no longer in use or being manufactured so that we can review those items for termination.
Beginning April 01, 2007 all applications from foreign applicants (foreign addresses) are required to include the designated agent information in accordance with 49 CFR section 105.40.
Manufacturer/applicant email address and/or fax number should be included in all correspondence and applications sent to PHMSA. This will be the preferred method for distribution of approval (EX numbers) letters as well as any other correspondence.
A company shall report in writing any change in the company status (i.e. name or address change, ownership change per 49CFR section 107.805(g).