## Petroleum jelly

**Formula**
 

**Pyrotechnics use**


**Synonyms**

Paraffin jelly, mineral jelly, Vasoline/Vaseline, petrolatum, soft paraffin.

**Description**

A semi-solid mixture of hydrocarbons used mainly for Whistle rocket mix. Clear to white solid. Used to desensitize, waterproof and bind various compositions.

**Sources** 

Vasoline or other petroleum jellys are found in most supermarkets or drug stores.

**Hazards**
 
May cause eye, skin or digestive irritation. Material presents a low health hazard in normal use.