Type 06 FFLs
Manufacture Ammunition for Firearms
What is an 06 FFL
A Type 6 FFL, or Federal Firearms License, is a license issued by the ATF to manufacturers of ammunition. This FFL license type does not include ammunition for destructive devices or armor piercing ammunition. It does not allow for any business activity involving firearms.
Advantages and Disadvantages of a Type 06 FFL
Advantages
- The Type 06 FFL is a specific license that allows the Federal Firearm Licensee to manufacture ammunition for firearms.
- This license is meant for manufacturers who make ammunition with the intent to sell.
Disadvantages
- A Type 06 FFL holder can only make ammo. They cannot manufacture or import firearms or make ammo for destructive devices.
This FFL type does not include ammunition for destructive devices or armor piercing ammunition, which require a Type 10 FFL or Type 11 FFL to manufacture
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Type 06 FFL Requirements
To obtain a Type 6 FFL, you will need to meet several requirements set by the ATF. These requirements include:
The basic legal requirements under federal law are:
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Be a US Citizen or legal permanent resident
- Be legally permitted to possess firearms and ammunition (no felony convictions, no abuse of controlled substances, and no psychiatric issues that would disqualify you from owning a firearm)
- Have a predetermined physical location for conducting your firearm business and all FFL activities
- Have never violated the Gun Control Act or other firearms-based federal regulations
- Fully and honestly fill out your FFL application and submit it appropriately to the United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF)
- Pay all related fees related to your initial application (the cost varies depending on the type of FFL, for type 06, it’s $30 to apply and then $30 to renew every 3 years).
Requirements under state law for obtaining an FFL vary, but in most cases, the process involves registering your business with the state government and obtaining a state firearms license after obtaining your federal firearms license. Additionally, you may need to obtain local zoning permission based on the nature of your business activities.
If you plan to operate a home-based FFL, it’s crucial to clarify that you won’t create a retail location and will generate minimal foot traffic to your area to avoid any zoning issues. If you want to establish a retail location, you will need to adhere to all zoning regulations and local laws.
How Can FastBound Help?
FastBound is FFL software for firearms A&D bound books and 4473 Forms. While we don’t offer any features specifically for Type 06 FFLs, our software platform can be a valuable tool for FFLs in several ways including:
Manufacturing Module: FastBound automates and guides you through compliant A&D record keeping when manufacturing ammunition.
Electronic A&D: FastBound allows you to create unlimited compliant bound books at no extra cost for transfers, consignment, manufacturing, or any other purpose.
FastBound’s other features include multiple sale reporting, bulk changes, and automated, multi-state background checks. We ensure compliance with all record-keeping requirements for federal, state, and local law to help FFLs focus on growing their firearms businesses.