Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise specializing in the research and development, manufacturing, and sales of fine chemicals. Headquartered in Jinan, Shandong, China, we are committed to delivering high-quality products to our global partners. Currently, over 90% of our products are exported to developed markets, including North America, Europe, Japan, South Korea, and the Middle East.

Basic Information

• Product Name: Chromium(III) chloride
• Alias: Chromic chloride; Chromium trichloride
• CAS No.: 10025-73-7
• EINECS No.: 233-038-3
• Molecular Formula: CrCl?
• Molecular Weight: 158.35 g/mol (anhydrous)
• Classification: Inorganic chromium salt, metal halide, catalyst, textile mordant, tanning agent

Physical & Chemical Properties

• Appearance: Anhydrous: violet, lustrous, hexagonal crystalline scales or powder; Hexahydrate: dark green hygroscopic crystals
• Density: 2.76-2.87 g/mL (25℃, lit.)
• Melting Point: 1150-1152℃ (anhydrous)
• Boiling Point: 1300℃ (decomposes)
• Solubility: Anhydrous: slightly soluble in water; Hexahydrate: freely soluble in water and ethanol, insoluble in ether
• Flash Point: Not applicable
• Vapor Pressure: 0.001 Pa (20℃)
• Stability: Hygroscopic; stable under normal conditions; incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases; sublimable at high temperature
• Purity: ≥98.0% (industrial grade); ≥99.0% (high-purity grade)
• Storage Condition: Sealed, cool and dry place at room temperature, protected from light and moisture; keep container tightly closed; avoid contact with oxidizing agents and strong bases

Main Uses

• Catalyst Field: Used as a catalyst in organic synthesis (e.g., polymerization, isomerization, and dehydration reactions); precursor for preparing organochromium catalysts
• Textile Industry: Serves as a mordant for wool, silk, and synthetic fibers, improving dye adsorption and color fastness
• Leather Tanning: Applied in chrome tanning to enhance leather durability, softness, and water resistance
• Surface Treatment: Used for chromium plating on metal surfaces to improve corrosion resistance and hardness
• Chemical Synthesis: Raw material for producing chromium salts, pigments, and waterproofing agents

Specification Table