Description

Chromium(III) Chloride is an essential inorganic salt widely utilized as a precursor for chromium catalysts and other chromium compounds. Its high purity and consistent quality are critical for ensuring reliable performance and yield in advanced chemical synthesis and materials manufacturing. This product is primarily sought by the chemical manufacturing, catalyst production, and surface treatment industries for applications requiring a stable and soluble source of trivalent chromium.

Application

• Precursor for the synthesis of chromium-based catalysts used in polymerization and organic reactions.
• Starting material in the production of other chromium salts and specialty chemicals.
• Key component in surface treatment and metal finishing processes.
• Used in the manufacture of pigments and dyes.
• Employed in textile mordanting to fix dyes to fabrics.
• Research and development reagent in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Raw material for producing chromium oxide and other advanced ceramic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chromium(III) Chloride
CAS No.	10025-73-7
Molecular Formula	CrCl3
Molecular Weight	158.36 g/mol (anhydrous)
Synonyms	Chromic Chloride; Chromium Trichloride; Trichlorochromium; Chromium(3+) chloride; Chromium chloride (CrCl3); Anhydrous chromium chloride
EINECS	233-038-3

Quality Control

Our Chromium(III) Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Violet crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CrCl3)	≥ 98.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.05 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.05 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.