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PHOTOFLASH POWDER COMPOSITION #8

SOURCE: AMCP

COMMENTS:

DANGER/CAUTION
Magnesium-based flash powders are more sensitive and violent than those made with aluminum. Individuals inexperienced with flash are encouraged to avoid such compositions.

PREPARATION (parts by weight):

CHEMICALPERCENT/PARTSAMOUNT
Potassium perchlorate0.400
Aluminum (flake)0.260
Magnesium (fine)0.340
Total