Ancient people believed in the existence of ghosts, and in order to drive away evil spirits, they often lit bamboo and made a noise to deter evil spirits. Over time, this custom evolved into the setting off of firecrackers during festivals to create a festive atmosphere. With the invention of gunpowder, people began to wrap gunpowder in roll paper, forming modern firecrackers. In the late Song Dynasty, people renamed "cannon battles" as "firecrackers" as part of the festivities during the Spring Festival. Nowadays, setting off firecrackers has become one of the traditions of the Chinese people to welcome the New Year, and according to statistics, the use of firecrackers during the Spring Festival accounts for more than half of the total number of the year.
However, in recent years, the issue of marking the number of firecrackers has caused controversy. Consumers found that the number of firecrackers purchased did not match the labels, raising questions about the public's integrity of the manufacturers. Some consumers found that the actual number of firecrackers marked as 10,000 was seriously insufficient after purchasing them, which aroused **concern.
In this regard, a firecracker manufacturer explained that 10,000 rings does not indicate the exact number of firecrackers, but refers to the sum of the sounds when the firecrackers are exploded. There are differences in the production process of each manufacturer, so the specific number of firecrackers is difficult to determine. At the same time, they stressed that the state does not stipulate a specific standard for the number of firecrackers, and manufacturers will mark them according to the actual situation.
In general, firecracker manufacturers say they do not deliberately deceive consumers, but label them according to their respective manufacturing processes and standards. Such a response may alleviate public concerns about the labelling of firecrackers.
In addition, firecracker manufacturers also stressed that they will continue to work to improve product quality and transparency to ensure that consumers can purchase products that meet standards. They said they would strengthen internal management and standardize the production process to ensure that each firecracker meets the relevant standards and regulations.
The incident also sparked calls for the standardization of firecrackers. Some consumers and experts believe that a unified standard for the number of firecrackers should be established to avoid similar problems. They suggested that the relevant departments should strengthen supervision and formulate clear standards and regulations to ensure that the quality and quantity of firecracker products meet the standards and protect the rights and interests of consumers.
Overall, firecracker manufacturers responded positively to the incident and said they would take steps to ensure product quality and transparency. At the same time, the appeal of consumers and experts also provides useful ideas and suggestions for the standardization development of the firecracker industry. It is hoped that with the joint efforts of all parties, the firecracker industry can be more standardized and bring better experience and protection to consumers.