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EXPLOSIVES; PYROTECHNIC PRODUCTS; MATCHES; PYROPHORIC ALLOYS; CERTAIN COMBUSTIBLE PREPARATIONS›Fireworks, signalling flares, rain rockets, fog signals and other pyrotechnic articles

Other

Standard EU duty
6.5%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
33 docs
C669C670C672Y9237P237P24+27
Standard rates
Applies toTypeRateConditionsRegulation
ERGA OMNESThird country duty6.5%-R3115/94
Preferences
ERGA OMNES 0%AD 0%AL 0%BA 0%CA 0%CAMER 0%CARI 0%CH 0%CI 0%CL 0%CM 0%CO 0%DZ 0%EBA 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%ESA 0%EUCA 0%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP 0%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%JP 0%KE 0%KR 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%ME 0%MK 0%MX 0%NZ 0%PE 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SG 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%UA 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XK 0%XL 0%XS 0%ZA 0%
Notes
CD333The autonomous Common Customs Tariff duties laid down in Regulation (EEC) No 2658/87 for parts, components and other goods of a kind to be incorporated in or used for aircraft and parts thereof in the course of their manufacture, repair, maintenance, rebuilding, modification or conversion is suspended.In order to benefit from the suspension, the declarant shall present to the customs authorities an Authorised Release Certificate — EASA Form 1, as set out in Appendix I to Annex I to Regulation (EU) No 748/2012, or an equivalent certificate.The certificates which are deemed to be equivalent to Authorised Release Certificates are listed in Annex II to the Regulation (EU) 2018/1517.
CD303The relief from or reduction of customs duties shall be subject to the specific request expressed by the declarant in box 44 "Additional information/Documents produced/Certificates and authorisations", of the Single Administrative Document (SAD)
TM904Preferences granted under the agreement between the European Union and Morocco in force from 19 July 2019.As of 3 October 2025, products originating in Western Sahara subject to controls by the customs authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco shall benefit from trade preferences under the terms of the new Agreement in the form of exchange of letters between the EU and Morocco, The European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco have agreed to allow those products to be identified by reference to the region of origin to be included in the proof of origin and as provided for in Protocol 4.In view of the application of these measures, the origin certificates codes U179 and U180 must be declared.The country code to be entered in the origin declaration when these proofs of origin are used is “EH”.
CD727Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of an origin declaration stating the European Union origin of the goods, in the context of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
CD906The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/technical-arrangement_postal-codes.pdf
CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.
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Binding Tariff Information

example

DEgold590/25-1

Civil aircraft survival kit with distress rockets

materiały pirotechniczne (rakiety sygnałowe)GRI 1GRI 3bGRI 5bGRI 6

BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.

Classification

CN code 360490 covers other pyrotechnic articles other than firecrackers of 360410. Includes signal flares, marine flares, smoke charges, stage pyrotechnics, and other pyrotechnic products. Main producers are China, India, and European specialists.

Pyrotechnics Directive and safety

Pyrotechnic articles are subject to Directive 2013/29/EU. Products are categorised F1-F4 (fireworks), T1-T2 (theatrical), P1-P2 (technical). CE marking required. Notified body assessment for F2-F4, T2, P2. Transport under ADR Class 1.

Trade

CN code 360490 with CE and notified body documentation. ADR Class 1 transport. In 2026, regulations are strictly enforced and drone light shows are gaining popularity as alternatives.

Safety standards under Directive 2013/29/EU

Importing pyrotechnic articles under CN code 3604 90 (Other fireworks and pyrotechnic articles) requires a licence for explosives trade from the national authority. Pyrotechnic articles must bear CE marking and comply with Directive 2013/29/EU. Categorisation (F1-F4, T1-T2, P1-P2) determines age requirements and sales conditions. Transport follows ADR class 1 regulations requiring carrier licensing. Storage requires permits from mining supervision authorities. Customs clearance needs a certificate of admission and EU declaration of conformity.

Frequently asked questions

What firework categories does the Pyrotechnics Directive define?
Directive 2013/29/EU classifies fireworks as F1 (very low hazard), F2 (low hazard outdoor), F3 (medium hazard), and F4 (high hazard professional). Each has specific requirements.
Do fireworks imports require CE?
Yes. Pyrotechnic articles must bear CE marking per Directive 2013/29/EU. Notified body certificate required for F2-F4 categories.
Is fireworks transport subject to ADR?
Yes. Pyrotechnic articles are ADR Class 1 (explosives) requiring proper packaging, marking, transport documents, and driver qualifications.
What licences are needed to import fireworks CN 3604 90?
Importing fireworks (CN 3604 90) requires an explosives trade licence from the national authority, ADR transport licence, and storage permit. Products must bear CE marking per Directive 2013/29/EU.

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