pyrotechnics-revived/chapters/99-1-chemical-parlon.md

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Parlon

Formula

(C4H6Cl2)n

Pyrotechnics use

Chlorine donor and binder

Synonyms

Chlorinated rubber, chlorub, pergut

Description

Parlon is a acetone-soluble polymer that is used as a chlorine donor and binder. It is a good example of one of the new chemicals that has become available in the past few decades for use in compositions.

Sources

Parlon seems to be available from dedicated pyro suppliers only.

Hazards

Parlon is not particularly dangerous.