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

• 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
• Percent Purity: 99.97%
• Odor: Odorless
• Sensitivity: Hygroscopic
• Density: 2.990 g/mL
• Assay: (metals basis)
• Chemical Name or Material: Strontium nitrate, Anhydrous

Safety and Handling

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
• Oxidising solid Category 1

Hazard Statement

• H271-May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidiser.
• H318-Causes serious eye damage.

Precautionary Statement

• 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