Pixel art illustration of a pile of dark gray gunpowder
Minecraft Java Item ID

Gunpowder ID

Gunpowder is dropped by creepers, ghasts, and witches. It crafts TNT, fire charges, and firework rockets, and brews splash potions.

✓ Verified for Java Edition 1.21.11
Namespaced item ID minecraft:gunpowder

Gunpowder Item Facts

CategoryMaterials
Maximum stack64
Available inSurvival and Creative
Historical numerical ID289

Historical numerical ID: Reviewed for Java Edition 1.12.2 and earlier.

Give Command for Gunpowder

Copy the current Java Edition command, or open the generator to change the player and quantity.

/give @p minecraft:gunpowder 1

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Historical command for Java 1.12.2 and earlier

Modern namespaced IDs are recommended. This numerical form is only for old Java releases.

/give @p 289 1

About Gunpowder in Minecraft

Gunpowder is dropped by creepers, ghasts, and witches. It crafts TNT, fire charges, and firework rockets, and brews splash potions.

Gunpowder Command Examples

  • Give 1 to nearest player: /give @p minecraft:gunpowder 1
  • Give 1 to yourself: /give @s minecraft:gunpowder 1
  • Give to a specific player: /give PlayerName minecraft:gunpowder 1
  • Clear from inventory: /clear @p minecraft:gunpowder

Sources and Data Review

Item facts were reviewed for Java Edition 1.21.11 on .

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