Potassium Dichromate

 

Physical Properties:

    Appearance                            Bright Orange Crystals

    Chemical Formula                     K2Cr2O7

     Molecular Weight                     294.2

    Solubility                                Soluble in Water

    Specific Gravity (at 200º C)       2.68

    Heat of Solution cal/gm             Minus 63

    Stability in Air                          Non hygroscopic

 

Analytical Data:

     Purity as K2Cr2O7 percent by weight                99.50

     Chloride as Cl percent by weight                       0.20

     Sulphate as SO4 percent by weight                   0.05

 

Usage:

It is used for the manufacture of Safety Matches and Fire Crackers.

 

It is also used in manufacture of Ceramic Colours, Textiles and Photographic processes.

 

Packing:

50 Kg HDPE bags with polythene liner.

 

Storage:

Stored in a dry place.

 

Health & Safety Precautions:

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and inhalation of dust.  In case of contact wash with plenty of water and get medical attention immediately.

 

In view of the wide variety of uses and applications, we cannot assume any responsibility for the results obtained.  

 

Our recommendations are based on very careful tests for your guidance.