Potassium Chromate

Product Description:Potassium Chromate

Potassium Chromate (K₂CrO₄) is a bright yellow crystalline inorganic compound containing hexavalent chromium. It is a powerful oxidizing agent widely used as an analytical reagent, laboratory indicator, and in various industrial processes.
Known for its distinct color and stability, Potassium Chromate is primarily used in chemical analysis for detecting chlorides and as a reference material in colorimetric and volumetric titrations. It is also employed in dyeing, electroplating, and corrosion control.

 

Key Features

• Chemical Name: Potassium Chromate
  • Chemical Formula: K₂CrO₄
  • CAS Number: 7789-00-6
  • Molecular Weight: 194.19 g/mol
  • Appearance: Bright yellow crystalline powder
  • Odor: Odorless
  • Melting Point: 968 °C
  • Solubility: Soluble in water; insoluble in alcohol and ether
  • Purity: ≥99% (Analytical Reagent Grade)
  • pH (1% Solution): Slightly alkaline

Applications

• Analytical Chemistry

• Used as a reagent in volumetric analysis and titration of chloride ions (Mohr’s method)
• Serves as a colorimetric indicator and standard oxidizing agent

• Laboratory & Research Use

• Employed in qualitative inorganic analysis and laboratory demonstrations
• Used in preparation of other chromium compounds

• Industrial Applications

• Utilized in pigments, metal treatment, and electroplating processes
• Applied in textile dyeing and leather tanning industries

• Corrosion Control

• Added to cooling water systems and coatings to prevent rust and corrosion (under regulated use)

Safety & Handling

• Hazard: Toxic and carcinogenic; strong oxidizer; harmful if swallowed or inhaled.
  • Precautions: Handle under a fume hood with gloves, goggles, and protective clothing. Avoid skin contact and inhalation.
  • Storage: Store in a tightly closed container, in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from combustible materials and reducing agents.

Why Choose Potassium Chromate?

• High-Purity Analytical Grade for Accurate Laboratory Work
  • Stable Oxidizing Agent with Consistent Performance
  • Reliable Indicator for Chloride and Redox Titrations
  • Available in Laboratory and Industrial Quantities

Price in Bangladesh

Available in various packaging sizes with competitive pricing. Bulk and institutional discounts offered for laboratory, industrial, and academic users.

Where to Buy

Potassium Chromate can be purchased from authorized laboratory chemical suppliers and distributors across Bangladesh.

Why Buy from M/S Bright Scientific Co.?

• Trusted Supplier: Serving pharmaceutical, industrial, and research institutions
  • Quality Assured: Verified purity and chemical stability
  • Affordable Pricing: Cost-effective solutions for laboratory and bulk needs
  • Prompt Delivery: Reliable and secure nationwide supply

Contact Information

M/S Bright Scientific Co.
📞 Phone: 01711285976