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Ammonium dichromate

Formula

(NH4)2Cr2O7

Synonyms

Ammonium Pyrochromate

Description

Ammonium dichromate is sometimes used to suppress the reaction of magnesium in an ammonium perchlorate-type composition. In this case it is better than potassium dichromate, which is normally used for this purpose.

Hazards

Ammonium dichromate is one of the most hazardous pyro chemicals.

It is explosive as a standalone and listed T+ because of it´s nature as a potential carcinogene.

It is absorbed through the skin, and is corrosive. Maximum safety measures necessary!!!