Chromium(III) sulfate

Synonyms

Baychrom A; Baychrom F; C.I. 77305; CI 77305; Chromic sulfate; Chromic sulfate (Cr2(SO4)3); Chromic sulphate; Chromitan B; Chromitan MS; Chromitan NA; Chromium III sulfate; Chromium sulfate; Chromium sulfate (2:3); Chromium sulfate (Cr2(SO4)3); Chromium sulfate (VAN); Chromium sulphate; Chromium sulphate (2:3); Chromium(III) sulfate (2:3); Cromitan B; Dichromium sulfate; Dichromium sulphate; Dichromium trisulfate; Dichromium trisulphate; Koreon; [ChemIDplus]

Category

Chromium Compounds, Inorganic

Description

Dark-green to violet crystals; [CAMEO] Violet, red, peach solid; Insoluble in water; [ACGIH]

Sources/Uses

Used in paints, inks, ceramics, and textile dyeing; [CAMEO] Used in catalysts, alloys, leather tanning, and chrome plating; [Merck Index]

Comments

CrIII compounds do not cause chrome ulcerations but may cause allergic dermatitis in workers with prior sensitization to CrVI compounds. [ILO Encyclo] CrIII is an essential trace mineral in the human diet. [ATSDR Case Studies] Corrosive effects on mucous membranes and skin; [CAMEO] Toxic by ingestion; "May be harmful if absorbed through skin or inhaled." "Stable under recommended storage conditions." [MSDSonline] See "Chromium."

Biomedical References

0.003 mg/m3, as Cr(III), inhalable particulate matter

0.5 mg/m3

Explanatory Notes

Soluble Cr(III) compounds are assigned RSEN and DSEN; [ACGIH]

must be preheated

Not classifiable

Not Classifiable

Processes

Industrial Processes with risk of exposure:

• Electroplating
• Leather Tanning and Processing
• Painting (Pigments, Binders, and Biocides)
• Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing)