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Sodium dichromate dihydrate, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Sodium dichromate is used as a strong oxidizing agent in organic synthesis. It is used in metal finishing as an aid of corrosion resistance, manufacture of inorganic chromate pigments and in the preparation of colored glass and ceramic glazes. It is used as a mordant for acidic dyes to improve their color-fast properties and as a corrosion inhibitor in undercoats and primers.
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Sodium dichromate is used as a strong oxidizing agent in organic synthesis. It is used in metal finishing as an aid of corrosion resistance, manufacture of inorganic chromate pigments and in the preparation of colored glass and ceramic glazes. It is used as a mordant for acidic dyes to improve their color-fast properties and as a corrosion inhibitor in undercoats and primers.
Solubility
Soluble in water. Insoluble in alcohol.
Notes
Keep away from sources of ignition, combustible materials. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 100°C (in - 2H2O) |
Quantity | 500 g |
Linear Formula | Na2Cr2O7·2H2O |
UN Number | UN3087 |
Merck Index | 14,8609 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water. Insoluble in alcohol. |
Formula Weight | 298.00 (261.97 Anhydrous) |
Percent Purity | 99% |
Odor | Odorless |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
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Certificates
Certificates
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
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Y05K016 | Certificate of Analysis | 31/01/2025 | L14890.36,L14890.22 |
10185695 | Certificate of Analysis | 06/05/2024 | L14890.36,L14890.22 |
Z19J047 | Certificate of Analysis | 09/01/2024 | L14890.36,L14890.22 |
W25J001 | Certificate of Analysis | 11/10/2023 | L14890.36,L14890.22 |
10234241 | Certificate of Analysis | 08/12/2021 | L14890.36,L14890.22 |
Safety and Handling





- Sodium dichromate, dihydrate
- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 2
- Acute toxicity Category 3
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 1
- ACUTE AQUATIC Acute 1
- Carcinogenicity Category 1B
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
- Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B
- Oxidising solid Category 2
- Reproductive toxicity Category 1B
- Respiratory sensitiser Category 1
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 B
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 1
- H272-May intensify fire; oxidiser.
- H301-Toxic if swallowed.
- H312-Harmful in contact with skin.
- H314-Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H318-Causes serious eye damage.
- H330-Fatal if inhaled.
- H334-May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
- H340-May cause genetic defects.
- H350-May cause cancer.
- H360FD-May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
- H372-Causes damage to organs.
- H400-Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410-Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
- P220-Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P284-¢In case of inadequate ventilation! wear respiratory protection.
- P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Sodium dichromate, dihydrate
RUO – Research Use Only
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