Potassium Dichromate, Certified, 9.0% (w/v) ±0.2% (w/v), LabChem™

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 7778-50-9, 7732-18-5
• Molecular Formula: Cr2K2O7
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 294.182
• InChI Key: KMUONIBRACKNSN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: potassium dichromate, potassium bichromate, kaliumdichromat, iopezite, dipotassium bichromate, dipotassium dichromate, potassium dichromate vi, dichromic acid dipotassium salt, dipotassium dichromium heptaoxide, bichromate of potash
• PubChem CID: 24502
• ChEBI: CHEBI:53444
• IUPAC Name: dipotassium;oxido-(oxido(dioxo)chromio)oxy-dioxochromium
• SMILES: [O-][Cr](=O)(=O)O[Cr](=O)(=O)[O-].[K+].[K+]

• Color: Orange
• CAS Max %: 91.5, 8.5
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Quantity: 500 mL
• Linear Formula: K₂Cr₂O₇
• UN Number: UN3122
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water
• Formula Weight: 294.18
• Percent Purity: 9.0% ±0.2% (w/v)
• Grade: Certified
• Identification: Passes Test
• Packaging: Poly Bottle
• Specific Gravity: 1.059g/mL
• Decomposition Information: Contains hexavalent Chromium
• Density: 1.059g/mL
• Chemical Name or Material: Potassium Dichromate

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	Danger
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement Toxic if swallowed. Fatal in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Harmful if inhaled. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause genetic defects. May cause cancer. May damage fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs (liver, kidneys, skin) 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 mist, vapors, spray. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection. Wear respiratory protection. Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. If on skin (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Collect spillage. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
Recommended Storage	Room Temperature