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Product Guidance

Roman Candles

Roman candles fire successive shots from a tube that must be secured upright. Never hold one in your hand.

Always follow the product label, manufacturer instructions, and local laws. Label distances take priority.

Overview

Roman candles fire successive shots from a tube that must be secured upright. Never hold one in your hand.

Do

  • Secure upright exactly as the label directs.
  • Point away from people, homes, vehicles, and trees.

Never

Never hold a Roman candle in your hand.

Before Lighting

  • Secure upright exactly as the label directs.
  • Point away from people, homes, vehicles, and trees.
  • Confirm the label-required spectator distance.
  • Keep water ready.

During Use

  • Light as labeled and move away.
  • Do not hold, wave, or aim the tube at anything.
  • Stop if the tube becomes unstable.

After Use

  • Wait until cool, then soak before disposal.
  • Never relight a candle that stops mid-sequence — wait and soak.

Common Mistakes

  • Holding a Roman candle in hand.
  • Aiming toward people or structures.
  • Leaving the tube unsecured.

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