Chromium(III) sulfate

Agent Name
Chromium(III) sulfate
CAS Number
10101-53-8
Formula
Cr.3/2H2-O4-S
Major Category
Metals
Chromium(III) sulfate formula graphical representation
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

Exposure Assessment

TLV (ACGIH)
0.003 mg/m3, as Cr(III), inhalable particulate matter
PEL (OSHA)
0.5 mg/m3
Explanatory Notes
Soluble Cr(III) compounds are assigned RSEN and DSEN; [ACGIH]
NFPA
must be preheated

Adverse Effects

IARC Carcinogen
Not classifiable
ACGIH Carcinogen
Not Classifiable

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent