This European Standard specifies requirements for the construction, performance and protective packaging of Category 4 fireworks, as listed in EN 16261-1.
This European Standard does not apply for articles containing pyrotechnic compositions that include any of the following substances:
- arsenic or arsenic compounds;
- polychlorobenzenes;
- lead or lead compounds;
- mercury compounds;
- white phosphorus;
- picrates or picric acid.
This European Standard does not apply for articles containing military explosives or commercial blasting agents except for black powder or flash composition.
In addition, any European regulation regarding forbidden substances should be taken into account.