Urgent Update: Tariffs on Chinese Imports (2/27/25)
We know the latest announcement of an additional 10% tariff on our Chinese imports is surprising to most. During the NFA’s week in Washington, D.C., we had discussions regarding the possible increase in tariff rates coming around April 4, but this one month step up in time was unexpected by everyone in DC and is concerning. We have already been having discussions regarding inclusion on an exemption list, but presently no such list has begun to formally materialize. We will be distributing to our members more detailed information via direct email and through your member login on our website. Rest assured we are working this issue aggressively here on DC. Click the button below to read President Stacy Schneitter Blake's full statement.
Urgent Update: Tariffs on Chinese Imports (2/4/25)
On January 31, 2025, the White House announced a 10% tariff on imports from China, effective February 4, 2025. This action is part of a broader trade initiative that also includes tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada. More information can be found at https://www.whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/2025/02/fact-sheet-president-donald-j-trump-imposes-tariffs-on-imports-from-canada-mexico-and-china/
These tariffs are expected to increase costs for suppliers, retailers, and consumers within our industry. The National Fireworks Association is actively monitoring the situation and collaborating with industry leaders and policymakers to advocate for fair trade practices that support our members.
We encourage all members to stay informed and prepare for potential adjustments in pricing and supply chain logistics. We will continue to update you as more information becomes available. Thank you for your dedication to our industry.
2025 Membership Changes
2025 Membership Renewals
Membership renewals for the 2025 year are just around the corner! All current members will receive a membership renewal e-mail by Friday December 27th, 2024. For those looking to get those year end expenditures in, this will allow plenty of time to pay the 2025 renewal and receive a receipt for doing so. Remember, with the new member portal some of you may have elected to use “auto-renewal”. This feature can be viewed and changed by logging on to your memberclicks online account.
2025 Membership Changes
In 2025, some significant changes will occur to the levels of Membership offered by the National Fireworks Association. Please note the following changes.
- All former Associate Members will be converted as Associate Memberships will no longer be offered.
- Former Associate Members registered as a company in the United States of America as a supplier, consultant or entity that provides services to the fireworks industry will be converted to Full Voting Members.
- Former Associate Members registered as a company outside of the United States of America as a supplier, consultant or entity that provides services to the fireworks industry will be converted to International Members.
- A new level will be International Membership.
- Former Full Voting Members which are a person, firm or entity that is engaged in the fireworks industry who has a main office or is registered as a company in a country that is outside of the United States and its territorial possessions will be converted to International Members. Members in this class may be appointed to serve as an Ex-Officio role on the Board of Directors, as well as be appointed to committees created by the Board of Directors.
2025 Membership Rates
Rates for Membership in 2025 will be as follows.
- $595.00 per year for International Membership
- $395.00 per year for Full Voting Membership
- $75.00 per year for Friend of Fireworks
New Reporting Requirements
The United States Department of the Treasury has enacted new reporting requirements for both new and existing entities. Effective January 1, 2024, most corporations, limited liability companies, and similar entities are required to provide information about the company, its beneficial owners, and company applicants to FinCEN (the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network). Click the links below to view the Government Affairs Committee statement, as well as the filing instructions and the Small Entity Compliance Guide. The Government Affairs Committee with send an update the first week of December if there are any substantial changes to the requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act.
NFA Meta Update
In February of 2024, NFA board members met with Meta Officials to discuss the restrictions that the Fireworks Industry experiences on Social Media (i.e. Facebook). To see the in depth discussions, please view our press release below.
NFA Announces the Formation of the Veterans Fireworks Committee at Expo
At the 2023 Expo in Fort Wayne, IN formed a special committee comprised of veterans who work in the fireworks industry or who own a fireworks related business. The full press release can be found below.
NFA Consumer Fireworks Identification Guide
The NFA offers this guide as a reference source to AHJ's and fireworks businesses as a guide to identify UN0336 Fireworks 1.4G items properly. The intent is towards public safety and making sure that only those fireworks that meet CPSC guidelines for consumer sale are offered in public retail locations. UN0336 Fireworks 1.4G - For Professional Use Only are not intended for nor should be sold in public retail locations in order to ensure the safety of the general public. UN0336 Fireworks 1.4G For Professional Use Only items should only be sold to and used by those with the proper training, equipment and experience to ensure the safety of users and spectators alike.
NFA Announces Their Definition of Professional Use Only for Pyrotechnics and Fireworks
The requirement for Professional Use Only is met by a person when they have the necessary knowledge through education, skill, training, demonstration, and/or prior experience to safely, legally and responsibly use articles pyrotechnic or fireworks. Professional use does not require that a person be employed or compensated to use Professional Use Only products. Professional use does not require use to be in commerce and personal entertainment purposes are allowed. Professional Use Only products may not be used by a person that does not have knowledge and training on how to use the products safely, legally and responsibly unless they are under the direct and continuous supervision of a person meeting the requirements of Professional Use.
Testing, training, interviewing, a resume review, contacting references, or any other reasonable review process are all acceptable methods of determining if a person has met the requirement of having the knowledge necessary to safely, legally and responsibly use Professional Use Only products.
-- August 1, 2022
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