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Chromium(VI) oxide, 99.5% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Chromium(VI) oxide is widely used in chromium electroplating, and as protective coatings in corrosion/oxidation resistance of metals. It is also employed in CDs and DVDs. It is useful as an oxidant in Jones oxidation in acetic acid or acetone. It is used in the oxidation of primary alcohols into carboxylic acids, and secondary alcohols into ketones. With phosphoric acid, it is used as a stripping agent for anodic coatings of all types and in the production of syntheric rubies.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
Boiling Point | 250°C (decomposition) |
Melting Point | 196°C |
Color | Red |
Physical Form | Crystalline |
Quantity | 100 g |
UN Number | UN1463 |
Merck Index | 14,2235 |
Solubility Information | Very soluble in water. Soluble in sulfuric,nitric acid,acetic acid,and acetone. |
Formula Weight | 99.99 |
Percent Purity | 99.9% |
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