Ferric chromate(VI)

Agent Name
Ferric chromate(VI)
CAS Number
10294-52-7
Formula
Cr-H2-O4 2/3Fe
Major Category
Metals
Ferric chromate(VI) formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Chromic acid (H2CrO4), iron (3+) salt (3:2); Diiron tris(chromate); [ChemIDplus] C.I. Pigment Yellow 45; C.I. 77505; Siderin yellow; [Merck Index] Ferric chromate, basic; [MSDSonline]
Category
Chromium Compounds, Inorganic
Description
Yellow solid; Practically insoluble in water; [Merck Index]
Sources/Uses
Used as pigment in ceramics, glass, and enamels; [Merck Index]
Comments
CrVI compounds are irritants, sensitizers, and may be corrosive to the skin. CrVI compounds are respiratory tract irritants and may cause pulmonary sensitization. CrVI may cause acute tubular necrosis and liver injury. [ATSDR Case Studies] May cause irritation; [MSDSonline] See "Chromium" and linked occupational diseases.
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

TLV (ACGIH)
0.0001 mg/m3, as Cr(VI), inhalable particulate matter
STEL (ACGIH)
0.0005 mg/m3, as Cr(VI), inhalable particulate matter
PEL (OSHA)
0.005 mg/m3, as Cr(VI)

Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Asthma
Yes
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Nephrotoxin
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
IARC Carcinogen
Established
NTP Carcinogen
Human carcinogen
ACGIH Carcinogen
Confirmed Human

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

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