Chromium(III) sulfate hydrate

Description

Chromium(III) sulfate hydrate · CAS 10101-53-8 · Cr2(SO4)3. UNII Y0C99N5TMZ. Melting Point: 212 °F (USCG, 1999); Melting Point: Decomposes >700 °C; Melting Point: 392.18 °C.

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical description & handling notes

• Chromic sulfate is a dark green to violet crystalline material. Used in paints and inks, ceramics, and in textile dyeing. It is noncombustible. The primary hazard of this material is the potential for environmental damage if released. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spread to the environment.
• Chromosulfuric acid is a colorless, oily liquid. It is soluble in water with the release of heat. It is corrosive to skin and metals.
• Dark-green to violet crystals; [CAMEO] Violet, red, peach solid; Insoluble in water; [ACGIH]
• Peach-colored solid
• Red powder
• Violet or red powder

Regulatory Status

GHS Hazard Classification

Documented Uses

• Used in paints, inks, ceramics, and textile dyeing; [CAMEO] Used in catalysts, alloys, leather tanning, and chrome plating; [Merck Index]
• Electroplating [Category: Plate]
• Painting (Pigments, Binders, and Biocides) [Category: Paint]
• Leather Tanning and Processing [Category: Industry]
• Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing) [Category: Industry]
• Insolubilization of gelatin; in catalyst preparation; as mordant in textile industry; in tanning of leather; in chrome plating; in manufacture of Cr /chromium/, CrO3 /chromic trioxide/, and Cr alloys; to improve dispersibility of vinyl polymers in water; in manufacture of green varnishes, paints, inks, glazes for porcelain.

Synonyms

CHROMIC SULFATE; Chromium(III) sulfate; Chromic sulphate; Dichromium trisulfate; Chromium sulphate; Dichromium trisulphate; Dichromium sulfate; Dichromium sulphate; Koreon; Chromium III sulfate; Chromium sulfate (2:3); Chromitan B; Baychrom A; Baychrom F; Chromitan MS; Chromitan NA

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Chromium(III) sulfate hydrate?

CAS 10101-53-8; molecular formula Cr2(SO4)3; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Chromium(III) sulfate hydrate known by?

CHROMIC SULFATE, Chromium(III) sulfate, Chromic sulphate, Dichromium trisulfate, Chromium sulphate, Dichromium trisulphate.

Is Chromium(III) sulfate hydrate classified as hazardous?

93.6% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (2019 of 2157).

What are the key physical properties of Chromium(III) sulfate hydrate?

Melting Point: 212 °F (USCG, 1999); Melting Point: Decomposes >700 °C; Melting Point: 392.18 °C; Density: 3.012.

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