Overview
- German Medical Association president Klaus Reinhardt urges prohibiting private fireworks, citing severe injuries, emergency‑room strain and trauma for war refugees.
- The pyrotechnics association bvpk rejects a blanket ban, asserting serious accidents stem largely from illegal devices and calling for stricter enforcement of existing laws.
- Cities broaden targeted prohibitions and security zones as police plan large deployments, with Frankfurt restricting the Eiserner Steg and Zeil and Wiesbaden creating a controlled area with a drone show.
- Retail sales are legally limited to December 29–31 with F2 products restricted to adults, and authorities warn of risky online offers, falsified certifications and penalties for illegal imports.
- Demand remains strong with roughly 42,400 tonnes imported in the first nine months and retailers expecting robust sales, while prices may edge up due to higher shipping costs.