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Strontium nitrate, anhydrous, 99.97% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Strontium nitrate is used in the production of road flares and in fireworks. It serves as a colorant (red) in pyrotechnics and is also used as an oxidizer in pyrotechnics. It mixed with glycolic acid and used to reduce the sensation of skin irritation. It is also used in electrophysiology experiments.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 570°C |
Color | White |
Physical Form | Crystalline |
Quantity | 100 g |
Linear Formula | Sr(NO3)2 |
UN Number | UN1507 |
Merck Index | 14,8845 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water and ammonia. Slightly soluble in alcohol,ethanol and acetone. Insoluble in nitric acid. |
IUPAC Name | strontium;dinitrate |
Formula Weight | 211.63 |
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Safety and Handling
- Danger
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
- Oxidising solid Category 1
- H271-May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser.
- H318-Causes serious eye damage.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P220-Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
- P371+P380+P375-In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.
RUO – Research Use Only
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