Description

Chromium(IV) Oxide is a high-purity inorganic compound with the CAS Registry Number 12018-01-8. This material is valued for its role as a critical precursor and catalyst in advanced material synthesis and industrial chemical processes. It is essential for manufacturers and research institutions in sectors such as ceramics, magnetic media, and catalysis, where precise chemical composition and reliable performance are paramount.

Application

• Catalyst Production: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of catalysts for oxidation reactions and organic synthesis.
• Magnetic Media: Used in the manufacturing of magnetic particles for high-density data storage tapes and other media.
• Advanced Ceramics: Acts as a pigment and additive to impart specific color and functional properties to ceramic glazes and engineering ceramics.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as an oxidizing agent or intermediate in specialized inorganic and organometallic synthesis.
• Surface Treatment: Utilized in certain electrochemical and coating processes for surface modification.
• Research & Development: A vital reagent for academic and industrial R&D in materials science and solid-state chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chromium(IV) Oxide
CAS No.	12018-01-8
Molecular Formula	CrO2
Molecular Weight	83.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Chromium Dioxide; Chromium Oxide (CrO2); Dioxochromium; Crolyn; Magtrieve; Ferrochrome; EINECS 234-630-4
EINECS	234-630-4

Quality Control

Our Chromium(IV) Oxide is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality parameters are verified against established in-house specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, physical characteristics, and impurity profiles, is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents and combustible substances.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Black to brownish-black powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CrO2)	≥ 95.0 %
Particle Size (D50)	< 10 µm
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 50 ppm

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