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U.S. Military Explosives
Answers to some common questions regarding explosives licensing and exemptions for contractors who work with the U.S military.
Would an ATF license or permit be needed to demilitarize (demil) U.S. military explosives?
Would a civilian contractor who is manufacturing explosive materials pursuant to a government contract for or on behalf of the United States military be entitled to the exemptions from the explosives laws and regulations?
Is an ATF licensee or permittee, whose licensed premises are located on a U.S. military installation, subject to the regulations in 27 CFR Part 555?
