What are the laws for buying gun powder?

Answer 1

yes it is legal but you cant be in possession of more that like a pound a time.

The amount can vary from state to state, in some cases 50 pounds is the limit, but better to only make what you will use in a couple of months anyway.

Answer 2

Nitro-cellulose (powders used in most modern bullets/firearms) based gun-powders are not illegal in the UK.

Anyone can purchase the above type of powder without a Firearms Certificate and without special storage containers if the amount is below a specific weight.

Some dealers will, prudently, ask to see a Firearms Certificate as a precaution but one is not needed and the powder can also be shipped to you via a registered hazardous materials courier.

However a valid Firearms certificate is needed if you wish to purchase the explosive primers that are seated into the base of modern bullets.

For Black powder (used in antique musket type loading guns) you do need a explosives certificate and also a suitable storage container, usually a 18mm plywood box.

For detailed information go to the unofficial UK shooters website www.basc.org.UK and do a search for "home loading" where you will find 'A Guide to the Manufacture and Storage of Explosives Regulations' pdf.

Answer 3

Depends on where you live; however, most the time the legal age limit for the purchase of long rifles, gunpowder, and long gun ammunition is 18 years of age. Some states may not have set a precident for the purchase of gunpowers so it is advisable to check your state laws when purchasing gunpowder.

Answer 4

Laws and legislation vary from place to place. You need to specify where.

Answer 5

Yes, it is.