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Explosive (statutory definition)

Definition

A substance used or manufactured with the intent to produce a practical effect by explosion or pyrotechnic effect. Indian law uses the Explosives Act 1884 definition. The UK uses the Explosive Substances Act 1883. The US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) defines explosives under 18 USC 841. A substance must meet the statutory test; combustibility alone is not sufficient.

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