Pyrotechnics

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Pyrotechnics
Detailed information:
The formulation and manufacture of fireworks, signal flares and military warning devices. The industry is professionally represented by the Pyrotechnic Guild International, Inc. The primary ingredients of pyrotechnic products are as follows: (1) Oxidizers: potassium nitrate, potassium chlorate, or potassium perchlorate; ammonium perchlorate; barium chlorate and nitrate; and strontium nitrate. (2) Fuels: aluminum, magnesium, antimony sulfate, dextrin, sulfur, and titanium. (3) Binders: dextrin and various polymers. Colored flames are produced by strontium compounds (red); barium compounds (green); copper carbonate, sulfate, and oxide (blue); sodium oxalate and cryolite (yellow); and magnesium, titanium, or aluminum (white). Black powder is used as propellant.See Chemiluminescence.