Is Gunpowder Considered an Explosive

Gunpowder falls under the category of explosives, a subset of hazardous materials.

These materials encompass a range of substances known for their flammability, explosiveness, corrosive nature, toxicity, and radioactivity. Examples include gasoline, gunpowder, concentrated acids and bases, benzene, naphthalene, celluloid, and peroxides. It’s imperative that these materials are managed according to strict hazardous material protocols during transportation and storage to ensure safety and compliance.