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Chromium (III) Oxide 98%

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On Shelf - Approx. UK delivery date: Wednesday the 17th September 2025*
In bulk stock - ships within 10 - 12 Working Days (Excluding weekends and public holidays)
4 to 6 weeks approx. (Not guaranteed)
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What is Chromium (III) Oxide? It is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Cr₂O₃, it appears as a dark green powder. It's a principal oxide of chromium, meaning it's one of the main compounds formed when chromium reacts with oxygen. It's widely used as a pigment, giving a characteristic opaque green color. It also has applications in metallurgy, chrome plating, and anodising aluminum. 

Consistent Quality: We provide only high-quality Chromium (III) Oxide, ensuring reliable and consistent performance for all applications.

Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Sourced and packaged in non-toxic, chemical-resistant containers to ensure safe handling and preserve product quality during transport.

Frequent Uses

Pigments
It is a well-known green pigment, often called viridian, and is used in paints, inks, and glasses. It's also a colourant in Chrome Green and Institutional Green.

Metallurgy
Used in the production of chromium metal and aluminum-chromium master alloys. 

Catalysts
Cr₂O₃ is a catalyst in various organic and inorganic reactions, including hydrogenation and hydrogenolysis. 

Assay: >98.1%
M.F.: Cr2O3
M.W.: 151.99

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