A non-toxic and non-corrosive ignition mixture is created by combining the energy
system and the pyrotechnic system. The energy system comprises a high explosive
from the groups of nitroesters and nitramines and a senzibiliser of the type of
tetrazene or derivatives of tetrazoles for its activation. The pyrotechnic system
comprises an oxidizing agent from the group of oxides and peroxides of metals,
from the group of salts of inorganic oxygen-containing acids, and a fuel which
is amorphous boron. The mixture is supplemented with a friction agent which is
preferably ground glass. Nitrocellulose, polyvinyl alcohol and acacia gum are used
as bonding agents. Mixtures are utilizable in the field of ammunition production
for the production of primers, especially for central ignition cartridges.