Chromium sulfate usually refers to the inorganic compounds with the formula Cr2(SO4)3.x(H2O), where x can range from 0 to 18. Additionally, ill-defined but commercially important “basic chromium sulfates” are known. These salts are usually either violet or green solids that are soluble in water.
Product Specifications
| Appearance | Melting point | Boiling point | Solubility in water |
|---|---|---|---|
| reddish-brown crystals (anhydrous), purple crystals (hydrated) | 90◦C | >700 °C (decomposes to chromic acid) | Insoluble (anhydrous) soluble (hydrated) |
