K2Cr2O7

ceramic
· JVASP-140981· K2Cr2O7

Potassium dichromate (K₂Cr₂O₇) is an inorganic ceramic compound and strong oxidizing agent used primarily in analytical chemistry, materials processing, and electrochemistry rather than as a structural ceramic. In engineering contexts, it serves as an oxidizing reagent in metal surface treatment, corrosion testing protocols, and laboratory analysis of materials—particularly for determining organic content and assessing material composition. Its selection in these applications reflects its powerful oxidizing capability and stability, though it is not employed for load-bearing or high-temperature structural purposes like traditional ceramics.

analytical chemistry and material testingmetal surface treatment and passivationcorrosion testing and accelerated aging protocolslaboratory oxidizing agentchromium compound research

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Density(ρ)
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
µB
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.