Strontium peroxide (SrO2)-Powder

Characteristic

Strontium peroxide is an inorganic compound with the formula SrO₂ that exists in both anhydrous and octahydrate form, both of which are white solids. The anhydrous form adopts a structure similar to that of calcium carbide.

Chemical formula:SrO₂

Molar mass:119.619 g/mol

Appearance:white powder

Odor:odorless

Density:4.56 g/cm³ 

Melting point:215 °C (419 °F; 488 K) (decomposes)

Solubility in water:slightly soluble

Solubility:very soluble in alcohol, ammonium chloride;insoluble in acetone

Crystal structure:Tetragonal

Application

Applications of Strontium Peroxide include pyrotechnics i.e. fireworks (red color), ammunitions (tracer/hunting), oxidizer, alarm rocket. It is also used in textiles for fibers bleaching and as an oxidizing agent for hair bleaching (professional).