Potassium Dichromate

APPLICATIONS: 
- Chromium source in preparing chromium compounds 
- Leather tanning and screen printing 
- Electroplating 
- Pyrotechnics and explosives
- Pigment preparation 
- Wood preservative 
- Metal treating and corrosion inhibitor 
- Oil drilling & silver testing
- Catalyst for the chromium metal production 
- Photographic engraving
- Preparation of "chromic acid", which can be used for etching materials


PACKAGING:
- 25 kg or 50 kg inner layer polyethylene, outer layer polypropylene woven bags 
- 1000 kg big bags. Palletized and shrink wrapped


STORAGE & HANDLING CONDITIONS:
- Store in cool and dry place 
- Keep away from sunlight and heat sources
- Protect against physical damage 
- Store in a dry location separate from combustible, organic or other readily oxidizable
materials
- Avoid storage on wood floors 
- Remove and dispose of any spilled dichromate; do not return to original containers
- Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product
 

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
- Harmful effect on skin and eye 
- After contact with skin and eye wash immediately with water 
- Avoid breathing the dust
- Wear special protective equipment such as protective clothing, including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron or coveralls, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact for maintenance break-in or where exposures may exceed established exposure levels 
- Use chemical safety goggles and/or full-face shield where dusting or splashing solutions is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area