Safety Statements: A shock-sensitive explosive. Potentially explosive reaction with chlorotrifluoroethylene, perfluoroalkyl iodides (e.g., perfluoromethyl iodide, 1,2-diiodoperfluoroethane, 1,3-diiodoperfluoropropane). When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of Cl−. See also PERCHLORATES.