Potassium Chromate
CAS Number: 7789-00-6
Grade: ACS
Packaging: Fiber Drum
CAS Number: 7789-00-6
Grade: ACS
Packaging: Fiber Drum
Potassium Chromate
Potassium chromate is a crystalline inorganic compound. It is the potassium salt of chromic acid and is highly soluble in water.
Chemical Formula: K₂CrO₄
CAS Number: 7789-00-6
Grade: ACS
Appearance: Bright yellow, crystalline compound.
Uses:
Pigment: It is a pigment component in paints, enamels, and ceramics to create a yellow color.
Metal treatment: Used in metal pickling and plating processes.
Tanning: As it acts as a pigment, it is used in the leather tanning industry.
Laboratory reagent: Used in some specific laboratory tests and reactions.
Industries and Common Applications:
Textile Industry: Used as a coloring agent for leather tanning and paint materials.
Laboratory Research: Utilized in some specialized research settings where its unique properties are needed.