Do you need to bring your FAC when buying smokeless powder?

[andygee]

Hi guys just wondering what the rules are around the purchase of smokeless powder. Last time I bought some from a shop I was asked to show my FAC which I’ve never been asked to do before (although usually I buy pre opened powder privately to save money). Has the law recently changed?

 

[SpikeD]

Yes you are legally required to do so, here's a quote from a post from SD back in 2020

It became law with explosive regulations 2014 prior to that anybody could buy it.

To comply with Heath and Safety Explosive Regulations 2014 (2014 No.1638) to acquire smokeless powder the person must be either:-
(1) hold a firearms certificate granted under section 27 of that Act; or
(2) hold a shotgun certificate granted under section 28 of that Act; or
(3) hold a permit granted under section 17 of the Firearms (Amendment) Act 1988
or
(4) registered as a firearms dealer under section 33 of the Firearms Act 1968

 

[ashray]

as above, all rfd SHOULD see your fac !!

 

[co’den]

If it’s Pyrodex then you’ll also need an explosives certificate (since 2024).

 

[20-250]

Just joined and two threads started both about how reloaded ammunition or components could be obtained by someone without lawful authority. I question the OP 's motives.