Hodgdon Powder Company is a leading American manufacturer and distributor of smokeless gunpowder and black powder substitutes, catering to ammunition handloading enthusiasts and the firearms industry. Founded in 1952 by Bruce “B.E.” Hodgdon, the company began by reselling surplus military gunpowder to civilian handloaders. It has since grown into a significant player in the market, headquartered in Kansas, USA.

The company offers a wide range of smokeless powders tailored for various calibers and shooting applications, as well as modern black powder substitutes like Pyrodex and Triple Seven, designed for safer handling. Hodgdon also provides reloading components and accessories, along with publications that reflect its rich history and impact on the industry. Serving individual handloaders, ammunition manufacturers, and historical reenactors, Hodgdon Powder Company is recognized for its quality and innovation in the ammunition reloading sector.