Potassium dichromate

Chemical formula: Cr2K2O7

CAS: 7778-50-9

Description:
This substance presents as a fine crystalline powder with a vivid orange coloration. It demonstrates high solubility in water while being practically insoluble in ethanol. The compound functions as a potent oxidizing agent with significant reactivity in chemical processes.

Key Uses:
  • Pigments & Dyes Manufacturing: Key raw material for producing inorganic pigments, colorants, and specialty dyes.
  • Leather Industry: Employed as a tanning agent in chrome tanning processes for durable, high-quality leather production.
  • Analytical Chemistry: Used in titration methods for determining ethanol concentration and assessing silver purity in assaying workflows.
  • Laboratory Maintenance: Effective component in cleaning solutions for removing organic residues from glassware and equipment.