Ammunition

Great Britain Publishes Guidance on UK REACH Lead Ammunition Restriction at Outdoor Shooting Ranges

UK REACH restrictions on lead ammunition at outdoor shooting ranges entered into force on April 1, 2026, with phased bans on lead shot and projectiles starting in 2028. Range operators and ammunition suppliers must implement mandatory risk-reduction measures and site reporting to secure derogations or transition to lead-free alternatives by 2029.

4 Apr 2026, 10:59gov.ukUnited Kingdom

V4, Bulgaria And Romania Agriculture Ministers Adopt Joint Declaration On Future CAP, EU Budget And Lead Use In Ammunition And Fishing

Six EU member states adopted a joint declaration in March 2026 to influence future agricultural funding and rework proposed lead restrictions in ammunition and fishing tackle. This coordinated political push indicates a shift toward prioritizing national flexibility and technical feasibility, potentially delaying or softening upcoming REACH chemical bans.

28 Mar 2026, 17:06mze.gov.czEuropean UnionCzechiaHungaryPolandSlovakiaBulgariaRomania

UK Updates Central African Republic Sanctions Statutory Guidance With Summary of Purposes, Scope and Prohibitions

The UK government updated its Central African Republic sanctions guidance in March 2026 to provide a clearer summary of regime purposes, scope, and prohibitions. Businesses should review this consolidated overview to ensure robust compliance with existing asset freezes and military export restrictions.

27 Mar 2026, 08:11gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Minnesota HF 4731 Proposes Health Department Report On Lead-Containing Bullets Retained In The Body

Minnesota has introduced legislation (HF 4731) requiring a health department report by January 2027 on the long-term medical and toxicological impacts of lead ammunition fragments. While currently a reporting mandate, the study's recommendations are expected to drive future policy aimed at restricting lead-based ammunition or implementing new consumer safety disclosures.

27 Mar 2026, 07:57revisor.mn.govUnited States

Minnesota Legislature Proposes Statewide Ban on Lead Ammunition (HF 4743)

Minnesota HF 4743 proposes a phased statewide ban on the manufacture, sale, and possession of lead ammunition between 2027 and 2028. This mandate forces a total market transition to nontoxic alternatives, requiring immediate supply chain adjustments and inventory management to avoid disposal liabilities.

27 Mar 2026, 07:57revisor.mn.govUnited States

EU Commission Clarifies Major-Accident and Industrial Emissions Obligations for ASAP Projects in Lavrio, Greece

The European Commission clarified that Seveso III, Industrial Emissions, and OSH directives apply to private defense contractors, regardless of military end-use exemptions for state establishments. Companies in the defense supply chain must maintain rigorous process safety and environmental compliance, as national authorities retain primary enforcement responsibility for non-military industrial sites.

26 Mar 2026, 11:39europarl.europa.euEuropean UnionGreece

US House Passes Protecting Access For Hunters And Anglers Act On Lead Ammunition And Tackle

The US House passed H.R. 556 in March 2026, which restricts federal agencies from banning lead ammunition and fishing tackle on federal lands without specific state concurrence and scientific evidence. This legislation aims to halt federal phase-outs of lead-based outdoor products, potentially stabilizing market access for manufacturers while shifting the burden of proof for environmental restrictions to the state level.

22 Mar 2026, 10:29govinfo.govUnited States

EU Commission Confirms Split Of REACH Lead Restriction Proposal And Extended Transitional Periods For Hunting Bullets

The EU has split the REACH lead restriction into two distinct proposals for ammunition and fishing tackle, while extending transition periods for hunting bullets. Businesses should prepare for diverging compliance timelines across these sectors as the Commission pursues parallel but separate adoption paths.

19 Mar 2026, 19:40europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

US House Rules Committee Reports Rule for Consideration of H.R. 556 Lead Ammunition Bill

The US House is advancing legislation to prohibit federal agencies from banning lead ammunition and fishing tackle on federal lands and waters. This move aims to secure long-term market access for lead-based products by preempting environmental regulations and agency-level phase-outs.

19 Mar 2026, 08:30govinfo.govUnited States

US House Rules Committee Reports Resolution on Lead Ammunition Bill H.R. 556

The US House is advancing H.R. 556, a bill that would prohibit federal agencies from banning lead ammunition and fishing tackle on certain federal lands and waters. If enacted, this legislation would safeguard market access for lead-based products in these jurisdictions and constrain future regulatory efforts to phase out lead for environmental reasons.

19 Mar 2026, 08:29govinfo.govUnited States

La Rioja Parliament Adopts Motion Urging 10-Year EU Transition Period for Lead Ammunition

La Rioja’s Parliament has formally urged the Spanish government to secure a 10-year transition period for upcoming EU restrictions on lead ammunition. This political pushback highlights growing regional resistance to rapid chemical phase-outs, signaling potential delays or compensatory demands in the enforcement of REACH-based bans.

18 Mar 2026, 16:16parlamento-larioja.orgSpain

EU ECHA Invites Comments On Seven REACH Authorisation Applications Closing 08 April 2026

ECHA has launched public consultations on seven REACH authorisation applications for SVHCs including chromium trioxide and phthalates, closing April 8, 2026. Impacted firms in the aerospace, electronics, and medical sectors should evaluate these applications to ensure continued market access or accelerate transition to safer alternatives.

16 Mar 2026, 16:29echa.europa.euEuropean Union

UK Animal Sentience Committee Publishes Report on UK REACH Lead Ammunition Restriction

The UK Animal Sentience Committee has endorsed the UK REACH lead ammunition restriction while identifying critical implementation risks regarding the efficacy of non-lead alternatives. Manufacturers should prepare for potential new mandates on product labelling and performance standards, as well as possible future licensing and restrictions for airgun ammunition.

13 Mar 2026, 08:41gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Sweden: Public Consultation On Norma Precision AB Permit For Expanded Storage At Myre Depot, Arvika

Norma Precision AB has applied for an amended environmental permit to expand storage capacity at its Myre powder depot in Sweden, with public comments due by April 1, 2026. This expansion triggers Seveso-related major-accident prevention requirements, signaling increased regulatory scrutiny on chemical storage safety and environmental impact assessments for industrial sites.

12 Mar 2026, 11:27lansstyrelsen.seSweden

EU Extends Arms Embargo on Zimbabwe Until February 2027

The EU has extended its arms embargo and restrictions on equipment for internal repression against Zimbabwe until February 20, 2027. Exporters must maintain rigorous compliance and due diligence for any equipment or technical services destined for the region to mitigate sanctions and human rights risks.

12 Mar 2026, 11:21eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

Minnesota Senate Bill SF 4238 on Lead-Containing Bullet Health Impacts Introduced and Referred to Committee

Minnesota introduced SF 4238 in March 2026, mandating a state health department report on the impacts of lead-containing bullets by January 2027. The findings will likely serve as a regulatory basis for future restrictions or public health mandates targeting lead-based ammunition.

11 Mar 2026, 12:52revisor.mn.govUnited States

Great Britain Adopts REACH Annex 17 Restrictions on Lead in Projectiles and Shot

Great Britain has finalized UK REACH restrictions on lead in ammunition, mandating phased bans on the sale and use of lead shot and projectiles beginning April 2028. Businesses must accelerate the transition to lead-free alternatives and ensure compliance with new labelling and environmental risk-management obligations for shooting ranges.

9 Mar 2026, 15:28legislation.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Minnesota Senate Environment Committee Informational Hearing on Lead Hunting Ammunition and Fishing Tackle

Minnesota is exploring a ban on lead in hunting ammunition and fishing tackle, signaled by a Senate committee informational hearing in March 2026. This development points toward future market access restrictions for lead-based sporting equipment, requiring manufacturers to monitor for formal legislative proposals.

8 Mar 2026, 15:28senate.mnUnited States

US BLM Arizona Opens Scoping on Sonoran Desert National Monument RMP Amendment for Recreational Target Shooting

The US BLM has launched a scoping process to amend land-use rules for the Sonoran Desert National Monument, focusing on recreational target shooting designations. This move signals potential new restrictions or access changes, requiring early engagement to influence the environmental assessment and future operational constraints within the monument.

4 Mar 2026, 16:46govinfo.govUnited States

New York Assembly Proposes Bill A10352 To Ban Donation Of Game Shot With Lead Ammunition For Human Consumption

New York Assembly Bill A10352 proposes to prohibit the donation or distribution of game meat harvested with lead ammunition for human consumption. This measure increases liability risks for food donors and signals a broader regulatory shift toward restricting lead-based ammunition in the food supply chain.

4 Mar 2026, 16:32assembly.state.ny.usUnited States