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New York Fireworks Buying Age (2026)

Info: In New York, sparkling devices are banned entirely in New York City and in opt-out counties regardless of age; where they are legal you must be 18 or older to buy them.

InfoVerified May 31, 2026

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In New York, sparkling devices are banned entirely in New York City and in opt-out counties regardless of age; where they are legal you must be 18 or older to buy them. Only retailers certified by the Office of Fire Prevention and Control (OFPC) may sell them.

Official source: dhses.ny.gov →

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