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Federal Register · June 2, 2026
The title they went with Hazardous Materials: Streamlining Requirements for the Approval of Certain Energetic Materials Noisy translates that to

Shipping some explosives just got easier, and all applications moved online

What happened
The US agency that regulates hazardous materials made it easier to classify and approve some low-hazard fireworks and ammunition. Companies can now get these materials approved faster, and all applications for explosives must go through a single online system.
Why it matters
Companies that make or ship certain fireworks and ammunition will find it faster to get federal approval. This means less paperwork and quicker market access for these specific products. All explosives approvals now go through one online system, which could speed up processing but also centralizes control.
The signal
Watch for data on how much faster approvals for low-hazard fireworks and tracer ammunition are processed through the new online system.
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