Pursuant to DCMR 12 H Fire Code, DC Building Code Supplement of 2003, 

“Section F-3309.4.12 Sample Required.” 

“Persons engaged in the business of selling or offering to sell fireworks at wholesale shall submit to the Fire Chief at least three (3) samples of each firework proposed to be sold or delivered by the wholesaler, together with complete specifications and a chemical analysis for each firework.  These samples shall be submitted to the Office of the Fire Marshal no later than February first of each year. “ 

Any fireworks wholesaler, requesting to have any new firework tested and considered for inclusion to the existing “2007 DC Approved Fireworks List” must have the required submittals no later than February 1st, 2008.  

Additional information can be obtained by calling (202) 727-1600.