New Jersey Fireworks Laws

New Jersey Fireworks Laws

CONSUMER FIREWORKS
Specifically Permitted	None
Specifically Prohibited	Torpedoes, firecrackers, fireworks containing yellow or white phosphorus or mercury, sparklers, fireworks containing an ammonium salt, and a chlorate.
DISPLAY FIREWORKS
Display Permit	Apply to local authorities. Permit to use explosives required if an electric match is used.
Insurance	Required, $2500 minimum.
Operator	No license specifically required by state law, but must be a competent operator, approved by local authorities.
LICENSING
	Safe plant locations, manufacturing practices, storage areas specified in state law. Indemnity bond of $10,000 � 50,000 required to manufacture unless waived by State Department of Banking and Insurance. Manufacturing license required; apply to State Commissioner of Labor.
ENFORCING AUTHORITY
	State of New Jersey Public Safety & Occupational Safety & Health 225 E State Street, 8th Floor, West Wing Trenton, NJ 08625-0386 609-292-2096 www.statenj.us/labor
LAW NUMBER
	P.L. 1930, c 42 amended through 1/17/84 P.L. 1937, c 51 amended through 1/17/84