Description

Chromium(VI) Chloride is a high-purity inorganic compound, also known as Chromium Hexachloride, with the CAS number 14986-48-2. This material is valued for its strong oxidizing properties and reactivity, making it a critical reagent in advanced chemical synthesis and materials research. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers engaged in catalysis, surface treatment, and the development of specialized inorganic materials.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of catalysts for polymerization and other organic transformations.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a powerful oxidizing agent and chlorinating agent in specialized organic and inorganic synthesis.
• Surface Treatment: Employed in research for developing thin-film coatings and surface modification processes.
• Materials Research: A key starting material for producing other chromium compounds and advanced ceramic materials.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used as a high-purity analytical standard and research chemical in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chromium(VI) Chloride
CAS No.	14986-48-2
Molecular Formula	CrCl6 (commonly written as CrCl3·3Cl2)
Molecular Weight	265.81 g/mol (for CrCl3)
Synonyms	Chromium Hexachloride; Chromyl Chloride (related but distinct compound, often confused); Chromium Trichloride (anhydrous); Chromic Chloride (anhydrous); Chromium(6+) Chloride; CrCl6; Chromium Chloride (VI)
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Quality Control

Our Chromium(VI) Chloride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research and process specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its properties as a strong acid/organic solvent reactive, easily oxidized, and highly volatile material, store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place under an inert atmosphere. Keep away from heat, sparks, and incompatible materials such as organic compounds and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red crystals or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Chromium as Cr)	≥ 98.0 %
Chloride Content	Balance
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 50 ppm

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