Cryolite

Cryolite
Formula: 

Na3(AIF6)

Synonyms: 
Sodium Aluminum Fluoride, Sodium fluoaluminate
Description: 

Used as a non-hygroscopic yellow colouring agent in some star compositions.

Sources: 

Pyrotechnic supplies

Hazards: 

Acute: Poison by ingestion.Large doses of overexposure cause severe nausea, vomiting,

diarrhea, abdominal burning and cramp-like pains.Contact with skin and eyes may cause irritation.

Inhalation can cause irritation to mucous membranes and respiratory tracts.

Chronic: May cause fluorosis, which is a condition affecting the bones and teeth.

Compositions containing Cryolite :