CAS Number
7778-50-9
Grade
ACS
Packaging
Fiber Drum
Potassium Dichromate is a strong oxidizing agent and is highly toxic. It has industrial applications, primarily in the fields of chemistry, manufacturing, and laboratory analysis.
Chemical Formula: K₂Cr₂O₇
Appearance: Bright orange-red crystals or as a fine orange-red powder.
Uses:
Oxidizing Agent: Potassium dichromate is widely used as a powerful oxidizing agent in chemical reactions and industrial processes. It can oxidize a wide range of organic and inorganic compounds, converting them into different products.
Laboratory Reagent: It is extensively used as a laboratory reagent for analytical and qualitative chemical analysis. It is employed in titrations and colorimetric assays to determine the concentration of reducing agents and organic compounds.
Photography: In traditional photography, potassium dichromate is used in the preparation of light-sensitive emulsions for black-and-white photographic prints and films. It is incorporated into the gelatin layer of photographic papers to enhance their sensitivity to light and improve image contrast.
