CHARACTERISTICS :
Potassium Dichromate is an odorless, fine, red-orange, granular and crystalline product that dissolves readily in water.
2 CrO 4 2- (aq) + 2 H + (aq)  Cr 2 O 7 2- (aq) + H 2 O (l) |
APPLICATIONS:
- Chromium source in preparing chromium compounds
- Leather tanning and screen printing
- Electroplating
- Pyrotechnics and explosives
- Pigment preparation
- Wood Preservative
- Metal Treating and corrosion inhibitor
- Oil drilling & silver testing.
- Catalyst for the chromium metal production
- Photographic engraving
- Preparation of "chromic acid", which can be used for etching materials.
PACKAGING:
- 25 kg or 50 kg inner layer polyethylene, outer layer polypropylene woven bags.
- 1000 kg big bags. Palletized and shrink wrapped.
STORAGE & HANDLING CONDITIONS:
- Store in cool and dry place.
- Keep away from sunlight and heat sources
- Protect against physical damage.
- Store in a dry location separate from combustible, organic or other readily oxidizable
materials
- Avoid storage on wood floors.
- Remove and dispose of any spilled dichromate; do not return to original containers
- Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
- Harmful effect on skin and eye.
- After contact with skin and eye wash immediately with water.
- Avoid breathing the dust.
- Wear special protective equipment such as protective clothing, including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron or coveralls, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact for maintenance break-in or where exposures may exceed established exposure levels.
- Use chemical safety goggles and/or full face shield where dusting or splashing solutions is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
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