Chromic Acid (CrH2O4, Purity: 99.9%, APS: 30-40 µm)
| Chromic Acid | |
| Product No | NRE-30014 |
| CAS | 7738-94-5 |
| Purity | 99.9% |
| APS | <80 µm (can be customized) |
| Formula | CrH2O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 118.01 g/mol |
| Density | 1.2-2.7 g/cm³ |
| Color | Dark red crystals |
| Melting Point | 197 °C |
| Boiling Point | 250 °C |
Chromic Acid Powder
Chromic acid powder, which is a strong oxidizing agent and can be highly corrosive, has several applications across various industries. It’s essential to handle it with care due to its toxicity and environmental impact.
Industrial Cleaning and Passivation
Metal Cleaning and Passivation:
Deployment: CrH2O4b is used to clean and passivate metal surfaces, particularly stainless steel. It removes contaminants and forms a protective oxide layer that enhances corrosion resistance.
Applications: Cleaning and passivation of stainless steel components, aerospace parts, and other metal surfaces.
Electroplating
Electroplating Solutions:
Deployment: is used in the electroplating industry to produce chromium coatings on various substrates. This process improves hardness, corrosion resistance, and appearance.
Applications: Decorative chrome plating, hard chrome plating on industrial parts.
Chemical Synthesis
Oxidizing Agent:
Deployment: Chromic acid serves as a strong oxidizing agent in chemical synthesis, facilitating various oxidation reactions.
Applications: Organic synthesis, including the oxidation of alcohols to ketones and aldehydes.
Leather Tanning
Tanning Agent:
Deployment: Chromic acid is used in the tanning process to convert raw hides into leather. It helps in stabilizing the leather and giving it desirable properties.
Applications: Chrome-tanned leather used in clothing, upholstery, and footwear.
Laboratory Reagents
Chemical Reagent:
Deployment: In laboratories, chromic acid is used as a reagent for various chemical reactions, including oxidation reactions.
Applications: Analytical chemistry, research and development in chemical laboratories.
Dye and Pigment Industry
Pigment Production:
Deployment: Chromic acid is used in the production of chromium-based pigments, such as chromium oxide green, which is used in paints and coatings.
Applications: Paints, coatings, and other coloring agents.
Wood Preservation
Preservative Treatment:
Deployment: Chromic acid, often combined with other compounds, is used to treat wood to protect it from decay and insect damage.
Applications: Preservation of wood used in construction and outdoor applications.
