Armageddon-1
Armageddon-1 was recalled on 24 October 2025 under EU Safety Gate alert SR/03729/25. Burns, Damage to hearing, Fire, Injuries risk reported by The Netherlands. The article has too many duds with and without fuse, users can ignite them causing injuries and/or burns.
| Alert Number | SR/03729/25 |
| Brand | Broekhoff Vuurwerk International B.V. |
| Category | Pyrotechnic articles |
| Risk Type | Burns, Damage to hearing, Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | The Netherlands |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 24 October 2025 |
Risk Description
The article has too many duds with and without fuse, users can ignite them causing injuries and/or burns. Moreover, the sound pressure level is too high (measured value up to 125.5 dB), which can cause damage to hearing. Additionally, the fireworks may burst or release burning material outside the safety distance of 8 m or below a height of 3 m, which may result in the user being hit by the pyrotechnical effects and matter from the product. This can lead to injuries, fire and burns. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Pyrotechnics Directive nor with the European standard EN 15947.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 29/11/2024Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 29/11/2024
Product Description
Fireworks of category F2, 133 shots compound.
🌡️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, damage to hearing, fire, injuries hazard related to Armageddon-1.
About this risk
This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries.