Fireworks
Fireworks are low explosive pyrotechnic devices used for aesthetic and entertainment purposes. They are most commonly used in fireworks displays (also called a fireworks show or pyrotechnics), combining a large number of devices in an outdoor setting. Such displays are the focal point of many cultural and religious celebrations, though mismanagement can lead to fireworks accidents. Fireworks take many forms to produce four primary effects: noise, light, smoke, and floating materials (confetti most notably) Wikipedia
Hazardous Materials Table
Source:
49 CFR §172 (15 June 2026)
(3) Hazard class 1.1 Explosives |
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Compatibility group of explosives - Description of substances or article to be classifiedGroup: GPyrotechnic substance or article containing a pyrotechnic substance, or article containing both an explosive substance and an illuminating, incendiary, tear-producing or smoke-producing substance (other than a water-activated article or one containing white phosphorus, phosphide or flammable liquid or gel or hypergolic liquid).
Source: 49 CFR §173.52 |
×Note:Special provisions may be very complex. The extracts are taken from 49 CFR §172.102. Please be careful with the information, as necessary, additional conditions may be applied that are not written here. Please check the original source and report bugs. | 108 | Fireworks must be so constructed and packaged that loose pyrotechnic composition will not be present in packages during transportation. Browse special provision 108 |
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| (9A) Passenger aircraft/rail | Forbidden |
| (9B) Cargo aircraft only | Forbidden |
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| (10A) Location | 03 Stowage category “03” means the material may be stowed “on deck” in closed cargo transport units or “under deck” on a cargo vessel (up to 12 passengers) but the material is prohibited on a passenger vessel. Source: 49 CFR §172.101(k) |
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Segregation chart for load, transport, and storage
This chart shows whether loading, transport, or storage with other hazard classes is permitted, prohibited, or restricted. Based on 49 CFR §177.848.
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Must not be loaded, transported, or stored together in the same vehicle or facility. |
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May be loaded, transported, or stored together. |
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May be loaded, transported, or stored together only with restrictions. |