Look for July 4 fireworks to cost more, notes Grumpy Editor.
Although there is more inventory this year, prices are up 25 percent, says an official of a main manufacturer.
Shipping costs, a main factor, have increased $8,000 to $10,000 per container to about $45,000 per container since 2019, tallies the American Pyrotechnics Association.
Outlays for fireworks will be competing with food, gasoline and other items that have jumped in price.
Also affected: Some fireworks shows may be affected by the lack of pyrotechnic specialists.
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