Explosives delivered by common carrier no longer need an ID check of the recipient
When explosives are shipped through a common or contract carrier, neither the carrier nor the seller has to check the ID of the person accepting delivery for the buyer. Licensees and permittees must report each added or removed responsible person and authorized employee within 30 days.
Who it affects
Explosives licensees, permit holders and the carriers that ship for them
When
This rule takes effect on October 26, 2026.
- : Published in the Federal Register
- : This rule takes effect
Official text
FR Doc. 2026-19693: Implementing the Safe Explosives Act
On Federal Register. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
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