This video discusses the critical role of nitrocellulose in modern gunpowder production and highlights concerns about its supply chain control. The speaker explains that while civilian companies produce nitrocellulose for industrial uses like coatings, only the US military produces military-grade nitrocellulose, which is essential for propellants. A recent acquisition of a European nitrocellulose producer by Rheinmetall raises questions about the concentration of control over this vital component, potentially impacting civilian access to ammunition in the future.
This video discusses the critical role of nitrocellulose in modern gunpowder production and highlights concerns over its supply chain control. The speaker explains that military-grade nitrocellulose, essential for propellants, is heavily regulated and primarily produced or controlled by the US military in the United States. A recent acquisition of a European nitrocellulose producer by Rheinmetall raises questions about the future availability and control of this key ammunition component for civilian use, potentially impacting the broader ammunition market.
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