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Chromic acid (H2Cr2O7), dipotassium salt. A compound having bright orange-red crystals and used in dyeing, staining, tanning leather, as bleach, oxidizer, depolarizer for dry cells, etc. Medically it has been used externally as an astringent, antiseptic, and caustic. When taken internally, it is a corrosive poison.

Also Known As:

K2Cr2O7; Bichromate, Potassium; Dichromate, Potassium; Potassium Bichromate; Chromic acid (H2Cr2O7), dipotassium salt

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Caustics
Coloring Agents

Inorganic Chemicals: 9
- Chromium Compounds: 55
  - Chromates: 458
    - Potassium Dichromate: 234
- Potassium Compounds: 3
  - Potassium Dichromate: 234

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