24 lines
535 B
Markdown
24 lines
535 B
Markdown
## Petroleum jelly
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**Formula**
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**Pyrotechnics use**
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**Synonyms**
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Paraffin jelly, mineral jelly, Vasoline/Vaseline, petrolatum, soft paraffin.
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**Description**
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A semi-solid mixture of hydrocarbons used mainly for Whistle rocket mix. Clear to white solid. Used to desensitize, waterproof and bind various compositions.
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**Sources**
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Vasoline or other petroleum jellys are found in most supermarkets or drug stores.
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**Hazards**
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May cause eye, skin or digestive irritation. Material presents a low health hazard in normal use.
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