## Dextrose

**Formula**

$C6H12O6$

**Pyrotechnics use**

Fuel

**Synonyms**

TBD

**Description**

In pyrotechnics, Dextrose is primarily used as a fuel in Candy propellant. It does not caramelize as readily as Sucrose, and it is somewhat less hygroscopic. It can be utilized as its monohydrate or it can be desiccated into it's anhydrous form. See Nakka's rocketry page for more information.

**Sources** 

Dextrose is available as weightlifting dietary supplement.

**Hazards**
 
Dextrose is not particularly toxic or dangerous.
