Potassium Chromate, ACS Grade, ≥ 99.0%, LabChem™

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 7789-00-6
• Molecular Formula: CrK2O4
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 194.19
• MDL Number: MFCD00011368
• InChI Key: XMXNVYPJWBTAHN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: potassium chromate, bipotassium chromate, potassium chromate vi, dipotassium monochromate, dipotassium chromate, tarapacaite, chromate of potash, chromate of potass, neutral potassium chromate, caswell no. 687
• PubChem CID: 24597
• ChEBI: CHEBI:75249
• IUPAC Name: dipotassium dioxochromiumbis(olate)
• SMILES: [K+].[K+].[O-][Cr]([O-])(=O)=O

• Melting Point: 975°C
• Color: Yellow
• CAS Max %: 100
• Physical Form: Powder
• Quantity: 100 g
• Linear Formula: K₂CrO₄
• UN Number: UN3087
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water
• Formula Weight: 194.2
• Percent Purity: ≥99.0%
• Grade: ACS
• Identification: Passes Test
• Packaging: Poly Bottle
• Decomposition Information: Contains hexavalent Chromium
• Chemical Name or Material: Potassium Chromate

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	Danger
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement Causes skin irritation and serious eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause genetic defects. May cause cancer. May cause damage to organs (blood, liver, kidneys) through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection. Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Collect spillage. Store locked up in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
EINECSNumber	232-140-5
Recommended Storage	Room Temperature

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