Lead-free nontoxic explosive mix

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2005-04-12

2005-04-12

Felton, Aileen (Department: 3641)

Explosive and thermic compositions or charges

Metal or alloy or metalloid, each in particulate form, with...

Plural oxygen yielding compounds

C149S108600

Reexamination Certificate

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06878221

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is directed to a lead-free, nontoxic pyrotechnic composition, comprising: 30-80 wt % of bismuth subnitrate; and 10-50 wt % of a fuel, wherein all weight percents are based on the total weight of the composition. The present invention is also directed to a lead-free, nontoxic priming composition, comprising: 20-80 wt % of the above nontoxic pyrotechnic composition; 20-50 wt % of an initiator explosive; and 2-10 wt % of a sensitizer, wherein all weight percents are based on the total weight of the composition.

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