CHROMIC ACID
A Strong Oxidizing Compound with Multi-Industry Applications
Chromic Acid, also known as Chromium Trioxide (CrO₃) or Chromic Trioxide, is an inorganic compound that appears as red flakes. It is a strong oxidizing and highly corrosive substance. The product is primarily used in chrome plating and is also widely applied across various industrial sectors such as wood preservation, metallurgy, paints and printing inks, pharmaceuticals, and glass treatment.
Product information
- Product name: Chromic Acid / Chromic Trioxide / Chromium Trioxide
- Chemical formula: CrO₃
- CAS number: 1333-82-0
- Purity: 99.9%
- Appearance: Red flake form
- Packaging: 50 kg/drum, 900 kg/pallet
- Country of origin: Turkey, Russia, USA, China
Key applications of Chromic Acid
- Electroplating Industry (Chrome Plating)
- The primary application of CrO₃ is in decorative and hard chrome plating, which provides a shiny finish, corrosion resistance, and enhanced mechanical durability.
- It is often used in combination with non-reactive additives to improve plating performance and coating stability.
- CrO₃ reacts with zinc, cadmium, and other metals to form a chromate passivation layer, offering excellent corrosion resistance.
- Glass & Optical Industry
- Used as a specialized cleaning agent to remove organic residues and stains from glass surfaces, optical components, and laboratory equipment.
- Paints, Inks, Textiles & Ceramics
- Acts as a colorant in the production of paints, printing inks, textile dyes, and ceramic glazes.
Applied in wood treatment to protect against termites, fungi, moisture, and insect damage.
- Metallurgy & Catalysis
- Used in metallurgical processes and as a catalyst in oxide cracking.
- Also involved in the production of synthetic rubies, pharmaceuticals, and other specialized chemical processes.
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