Agent Name |
Strontium chlorate |
CAS Number |
7791-10-8 |
Formula |
Cl-H-O3.1/2Sr |
Major Category |
Other Classes |
Synonyms |
Chloric acid, strontium salt; UN1506; [ChemIDplus] |
Category |
Inorganic Oxidizing Agents |
Description |
Colorless to white crystals; Releases oxygen when heated to 120 degrees C; [HSDB] |
Sources/Uses |
Used to manufacture pyrotechnics, tracer bullets, and other signals (red fire); [HSDB] |
Comments |
Adverse effects from poisoning by ingestion can include methemoglobinemia, CNS depression, and kidney injury. [HSDB] |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
Adverse Effects |
Methemoglobinemia |
Methemoglobinemia, Secondary |
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