Potassium dichromate, 100 g

This Potassium Dichromate, available in a 100 gram quantity, is categorized as a reagent for fixing mixtures within histology/microscopy applications. Its CAS Number is 7778-50-9. This compound has a Molecular Weight of 294.18 g/mol and belongs to both Potassium compounds and Chromates, dichromates substance groups. In the workplace, various safety precautions must be observed, including the use of safety goggles, safety gloves, and no open flames or smoking. The European Union has established an 8-hour limit value of 0.005 mg/m3 for Chromium(VI) compounds, with some transitional measures in place.

• CAS Number: 7778-50-9
• Molecular Formula: K2Cr2O7
• Molecular Weight: 294.18
• Exact Mass: 293.772825
• Boiling Point: Decomposes at 932 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: 748 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Density: 2.676 at 77 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer [Danger Oxidizing liquids; Oxidizing solids]
• H300: Fatal if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]
• H301: Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]