A party popper is an object commonly used at parties. It emits a loud popping noise by means of a small friction-actuated explosive charge that is emitted by pulling a string or by compressed air released when released. In some party poppers an explosive charge is not used. In party poppers with an explosive charge, there are less than 16 milligrams of explosive charge. The streamers are non flammable for safe use. The charge or compressed air blows out some confetti or streamers and emits a popping sound. Although they are in some places sold with fireworks, they are not considered fireworks and are often legal where fireworks are banned and/or excluded from regulation of fireworks sales. They are also generally listed as a novelty item or trick noise maker and are sold year round in many party supply stores or with party supplies in many stores.
