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## 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.