Non-Lead Ammo Information

Non-Lead Ammunition Resources

Common Caliber Search Tool

Attention Flintlock & Black Powder enthusiasts, see TomBobOutdoors for lead-free "roundball" projectiles.

For lead-free fishing tackle, utilize the MN Pollution Control Tool for an array of options to choose from.

Check out the growing network of non-lead groups and organizations:

Non-Lead Ammunition Resources

Tools like AmmoSeek allow searching for reloading components or full cartridges with terms like "lead-free".

Common Caliber Search Tool

NOTE: Searching for specific products may yield better price-per-bullet results

(i.e. keywords like "TSX" or "Trophy Copper" or "Copper Impact")

12 Gauge Slugs

20 Gauge Slugs

.30-06

.308

.300 Win Mag

.243 Win

6.5 Creedmoor

7mm Rem Mag

.270 Win

Attention Flintlock & Black Powder enthusiasts, see TomBobOutdoors for lead-free "roundball" projectiles.

If you're seeking eclectic projectiles, like subsonic capabilities, see the following manufacturers:

For lead-free fishing tackle, utilize the MN Pollution Control Tool for an array of options to choose from.

Here is a helpful list of manufacturers' lead-free ammunition options. Many manufacturers will also describe their lead-free products and ballistic data on the company website.

This bullet performance review by Hunting with Non-Lead provides excellent overview of terminal performance from modern non-toxic projectiles.

Check out the growing network of non-lead groups and organizations:

Assorted Lead Ammunition Media Coverage:

Poisoned Wildlife and Tainted Meat: Why Hunters Are Moving Away From Lead Bullets, Many hunters are ditching traditional ammunition amid mounting evidence that it harms scavengers and pollutes the food people eat. (New York Times, 2018)

Nearly Half of US Bald Eagles Suffer Lead Poisoning, Researchers report harmful levels of toxic lead were found in the bones of 46% of bald eagles sampled in 38 states. (Associated Press, 2022)

Non-Lead Hunter, Documentary by Anthony Prieto