Chromium Sulfate
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CHROMIUM SULFATE
Professional Chromium Sulfate – Technical Grade Tanning Chemical, Leather Processing Agent, Textile Mordant & Industrial Catalyst for Leather Manufacturing, Textile Dyeing, Ceramic Applications, Metal Finishing & Chemical Processing Operations
✅ Technical Grade Tanning Agent – Superior Leather Processing & Binding Properties
✅ Textile Mordant – Excellent Color Fastness & Dye Enhancement Performance
✅ Outstanding Chemical Stability – Reliable Performance for Multiple Applications
✅ Multi-Industry Applications – Leather, Textile, Ceramic & Metal Processing
✅ Quality Assured – Technical & Industrial Standards Supporting Optimal Performance Results
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Chromium sulfate, featuring chromium(III) sulfate hydrate structure with CAS number 10101-53-8 and molecular formula Cr2(SO4)3·xH2O, appearing as violet to green fine crystalline powder with exceptional water solubility characteristics, outstanding complex formation capability, and superior chemical stability compared to other chromium compounds, is a specialized transition metal sulfate with excellent tanning properties, improved mordanting efficiency, and superior performance in industrial chromium applications. Chromium sulfate is specifically processed to provide enhanced dissolution rates, improved chromium bioavailability, and superior performance in applications requiring effective chromium delivery, reliable chemical binding, stable complex formation, and industrial-grade processing in leather tanning, textile dyeing, ceramic manufacturing, and metal treatment operations. The compound functions through multiple mechanisms including chromium-protein cross-linking enabling leather formation, metal-fiber coordination providing dye fixation, and surface complexation ensuring coating adhesion, providing broad-spectrum chromium functionality, effective binding control, excellent chemical compatibility under processing conditions, and outstanding stability profile during handling and application. Chromium sulfate represents one of the most versatile and essential chromium sources in modern leather, textile, ceramic, and metal processing sectors, providing exceptional tanning efficiency, superior mordanting performance, excellent thermal stability without degradation, and outstanding processing compatibility during manufacturing and application, making it essential for leather production, textile dyeing, ceramic glazing, metal finishing, and specialized applications requiring high-performance chromium chemistry and regulatory compliance with industrial and environmental standards.
At Chemicals & Process Equipment Limited, we supply advanced Chromium Sulfate manufactured under stringent quality control standards and international leather, textile, ceramic, industrial, and safety specifications. Our comprehensive product range includes various hydration levels, particle sizes, and specialized grades meeting diverse requirements for tanning applications, textile processing, ceramic manufacturing, metal finishing, and specialized applications across global leather, textile, ceramic, and industrial markets.
✅ Advanced Chromium Chemistry – Optimized Tanning Performance & Multi-Industry Applications
✅ Consistent Quality Standards – Multiple Product Classifications with Comprehensive Documentation
✅ Essential Chromium Source – Superior Binding Properties, Chemical Stability & Compatibility
✅ Multi-Industry Applications – Leather, Textile, Ceramic, Metal Finishing, Chemical Processing
✅ Technical Support Package – Complete Application Guidance & Performance Optimization
The global chromium sulfate market was valued at approximately USD 280 million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 380 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.4% during the forecast period. Market expansion is driven by increasing leather production, growing textile industry demand, expanding ceramic applications, and rising metal finishing requirements in automotive and construction sectors.
Technical Specifications & Properties
| Property | Tanning Grade | Textile Grade | Ceramic Grade | Metal Finishing | Technical Grade | Research Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cr2O3 Content (%) | 24-26 | 22-25 | 20-24 | 23-26 | 18-22 | 25-26 |
| Cr2(SO4)3 Content (%) | 85-95 | 80-90 | 75-85 | 85-92 | 70-80 | 90-95 |
| Water Content (%) | 8-15 | 10-18 | 12-20 | 8-16 | 15-25 | 10-12 |
| pH (5% solution) | 2.5-4.5 | 3.0-5.0 | 2.0-5.5 | 2.5-4.0 | 2.0-6.0 | 3.0-4.0 |
| Water Solubility (g/100ml) | 60-80 | 55-75 | 50-70 | 65-85 | 45-65 | 70-75 |
| Bulk Density (g/cm³) | 0.8-1.2 | 0.7-1.1 | 0.6-1.0 | 0.9-1.3 | 0.5-0.9 | 1.0-1.1 |
| Particle Size D50 (μm) | 50-150 | 40-120 | 60-200 | 30-100 | 80-300 | 60-100 |
| Mesh Size | 80-120 | 100-140 | 60-100 | 120-200 | 40-80 | 100-120 |
| Iron (Fe) Content (%) | <0.5 | <0.8 | <1.0 | <0.3 | <1.5 | <0.2 |
| Calcium (Ca) Content (%) | <1.0 | <1.5 | <2.0 | <0.8 | <3.0 | <0.5 |
| Sodium (Na) Content (%) | <2.0 | <3.0 | <4.0 | <1.5 | <5.0 | <1.0 |
| Chloride (Cl) Content (%) | <0.1 | <0.2 | <0.3 | <0.1 | <0.5 | <0.05 |
| Sulfate (SO4) Content (%) | 45-55 | 42-52 | 40-50 | 47-57 | 38-48 | 50-53 |
| Heavy Metals (ppm) | <100 | <150 | <200 | <50 | <300 | <25 |
| Lead (Pb) (ppm) | <10 | <15 | <20 | <5 | <30 | <3 |
| Cadmium (Cd) (ppm) | <5 | <8 | <10 | <3 | <15 | <2 |
| Mercury (Hg) (ppm) | <1 | <2 | <3 | <0.5 | <5 | <0.5 |
| Arsenic (As) (ppm) | <5 | <8 | <10 | <3 | <15 | <2 |
| Insoluble Matter (%) | <0.5 | <1.0 | <1.5 | <0.3 | <2.0 | <0.2 |
| Loss on Drying (%) | 10-18 | 12-20 | 15-25 | 10-16 | 18-30 | 12-15 |
| Cr6+ Content (ppm) | <5 | <10 | <15 | <3 | <20 | <2 |
| Appearance | Violet Crystals | Green Powder | Blue-Green | Violet/Green | Variable | Violet Crystals |
| Odor | Odorless | Odorless | Slight Metallic | Odorless | Variable | Odorless |
| Crystal Structure | Monoclinic | Variable | Variable | Monoclinic | Variable | Monoclinic |
| Hydration Level | 12-18 H2O | 15-21 H2O | 18-24 H2O | 12-16 H2O | Variable | 15-18 H2O |
| Dissolution Rate | Fast | Medium | Slow | Fast | Variable | Medium |
| Application Concentration (%) | 3-8 | 1-5 | 2-10 | 1-6 | 0.5-15 | Variable |
| Storage Temperature (°C) | 10-35 | 5-40 | 0-45 | 15-30 | -5-50 | 15-25 |
| Shelf Life (years) | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| Regulatory Status | Technical | Textile | Ceramic | Industrial | Technical | Analytical |
Available Product Types:
- Tanning Grade for leather processing and hide treatment
- Textile Grade for dyeing and mordanting applications
- Ceramic Grade for glazing and ceramic colorants
- Metal Finishing Grade for surface treatment and plating
- Technical Grade for general industrial applications
- Research Grade for laboratory and analytical applications
- Anhydrous Grade with reduced water content
- Basic Chromium Sulfate with controlled basicity
- Fine Powder for rapid dissolution applications
- Granular Grade for controlled release applications
- High-Purity Grade for specialized applications
- Reagent Grade for analytical and research applications
- Food Grade for limited nutritional applications
- Electronic Grade for specialized electronic applications
- Custom Specifications for specific application requirements
Specialized Application Solutions:
- Leather tanning process optimization and quality improvement
- Textile dyeing formulation and color fastness enhancement
- Ceramic glaze development and firing optimization
- Metal finishing process design and surface treatment
- Chemical synthesis catalyst preparation and optimization
- Quality control method development and validation
- Analytical method development and standardization
- Compatibility testing with processing chemicals
- Regulatory compliance assistance and documentation support
- Custom formulation development and application testing
Leather Tanning Applications
Chrome Tanning Process Leather manufacturers utilize Tanning Grade Chromium Sulfate for hide processing, leather production, and tanning operations requiring tanning specifications. Tanning technicians employ chromium sulfate for protein cross-linking, hide stabilization, and leather formation providing superior leather quality, enhanced durability, and excellent processing efficiency with typical concentrations of 3-8% depending on hide type and leather specifications.
Wet Blue Production Leather processors use Chromium Sulfate for wet blue manufacturing, semi-finished leather, and intermediate processing requiring wet blue specifications. Leather chemists employ chromium sulfate for collagen modification, fiber binding, and structural enhancement providing improved leather properties, enhanced flexibility, and superior manufacturing consistency.
Leather Finishing Leather finishing companies utilize Chromium Sulfate for surface treatment, color enhancement, and final processing requiring finishing specifications. Finishing specialists employ chromium sulfate for surface preparation, dye penetration, and quality improvement providing enhanced appearance, improved color uniformity, and superior finish quality.
Specialty Leather Products Specialty leather manufacturers use Chromium Sulfate for automotive leather, upholstery, and high-performance applications requiring specialty specifications. Leather engineers employ chromium sulfate for enhanced performance, durability improvement, and specialized properties providing superior wear resistance, enhanced aesthetics, and excellent application performance.
For comprehensive information about chromium sulfate applications in leather processing, you can reference this detailed technical guide on chrome tanning chemistry which provides extensive coverage of tanning mechanisms, process optimization, environmental considerations, and quality control from Leather International magazine.
Textile Processing Applications
Textile Dyeing Textile manufacturers utilize Textile Grade Chromium Sulfate for fabric dyeing, color fixation, and textile processing requiring textile specifications. Textile chemists employ chromium sulfate as mordant, dye enhancer, and color stabilizer providing superior color fastness, enhanced dye uptake, and excellent wash resistance with concentrations typically ranging from 1-5% depending on fabric type and dyeing requirements.
Mordanting Process Dyeing facilities use Chromium Sulfate for mordanting operations, fiber preparation, and dye application requiring mordanting specifications. Dyeing technicians employ chromium sulfate for fiber modification, dye binding, and color development providing improved color intensity, enhanced uniformity, and superior dyeing results.
Wool Processing Wool processing companies utilize Chromium Sulfate for wool dyeing, fiber treatment, and specialty applications requiring wool processing specifications. Wool technologists employ chromium sulfate for protein fiber modification, color enhancement, and processing optimization providing excellent color results, improved fiber properties, and superior processing efficiency.
Cotton Treatment Cotton processing facilities use Chromium Sulfate for cotton dyeing, color fixation, and treatment applications requiring cotton processing specifications. Cotton processing specialists employ chromium sulfate for cellulose fiber modification, dye penetration, and color stability providing enhanced color fastness, improved appearance, and superior textile performance.
Ceramic Applications
Ceramic Glazes Ceramic manufacturers utilize Ceramic Grade Chromium Sulfate for glaze formulations, ceramic coloring, and surface finishing requiring ceramic specifications. Ceramic technologists employ chromium sulfate for color development, glaze chemistry, and firing optimization providing unique green colors, enhanced surface properties, and superior ceramic performance with typical additions of 2-10% depending on desired color intensity.
Pottery Applications Pottery studios use Chromium Sulfate for artistic ceramics, decorative glazes, and specialty finishes requiring pottery specifications. Ceramic artists employ chromium sulfate for color variation, surface effects, and aesthetic enhancement providing beautiful green hues, interesting textures, and superior artistic results.
Industrial Ceramics Technical ceramic producers utilize Chromium Sulfate for refractory materials, structural ceramics, and industrial applications requiring industrial ceramic specifications. Ceramic engineers employ chromium sulfate for high-temperature stability, chemical resistance, and performance enhancement providing improved durability, enhanced properties, and superior industrial performance.
Ceramic Colorants Ceramic colorant manufacturers use Chromium Sulfate for pigment production, color matching, and specialty applications requiring colorant specifications. Color technologists employ chromium sulfate for pigment development, color consistency, and performance optimization providing reliable coloration, excellent consistency, and superior color matching.
Metal Finishing Applications
Electroplating Metal finishing companies utilize Metal Finishing Grade Chromium Sulfate for electroplating operations, surface coating, and metal treatment requiring electroplating specifications. Plating technicians employ chromium sulfate for chromium deposition, surface enhancement, and corrosion protection providing superior coating quality, enhanced appearance, and excellent corrosion resistance.
Metal Surface Treatment Surface treatment facilities use Chromium Sulfate for passivation, conversion coating, and metal preparation requiring surface treatment specifications. Surface treatment specialists employ chromium sulfate for oxide layer formation, corrosion inhibition, and surface modification providing improved corrosion resistance, enhanced adhesion, and superior surface properties.
Anodizing Process Anodizing companies utilize Chromium Sulfate for aluminum treatment, oxide layer formation, and surface finishing requiring anodizing specifications. Anodizing technicians employ chromium sulfate for seal enhancement, color development, and performance improvement providing superior coating properties, enhanced durability, and excellent appearance.
Metal Cleaning Metal cleaning operations use Chromium Sulfate for descaling, rust removal, and surface preparation requiring metal cleaning specifications. Cleaning specialists employ chromium sulfate for oxide removal, surface activation, and preparation enhancement providing clean surfaces, improved adhesion, and superior coating results.
Chemical Processing Applications
Catalyst Preparation Chemical manufacturers utilize Technical Grade Chromium Sulfate for catalyst synthesis, chemical processing, and industrial reactions requiring catalyst specifications. Chemical engineers employ chromium sulfate for active site formation, catalyst support, and reaction enhancement providing improved catalytic activity, enhanced selectivity, and superior reaction performance.
Chemical Synthesis Chemical companies use Chromium Sulfate for organic synthesis, intermediate production, and chemical manufacturing requiring synthesis specifications. Process chemists employ chromium sulfate for oxidation reactions, coordination chemistry, and product formation providing effective synthesis, improved yields, and superior product quality.
Analytical Applications Analytical laboratories utilize Chromium Sulfate for analytical chemistry, method development, and quality control requiring analytical specifications. Analytical chemists employ chromium sulfate for standard preparation, method validation, and analytical procedures providing accurate analysis, reliable results, and superior analytical performance.
Research Applications Research institutions use Chromium Sulfate for scientific research, method development, and experimental applications requiring research specifications. Research scientists employ chromium sulfate for fundamental studies, application development, and innovation research providing scientific advancement, method improvement, and superior research outcomes.
Quality Control & Testing
Comprehensive Quality Assurance Every production batch undergoes extensive testing to ensure compliance with chromium sulfate standards, tanning requirements, textile specifications, and international quality standards. Our quality control laboratory employs advanced analytical techniques including atomic absorption spectroscopy, ion chromatography, and comprehensive performance evaluation.
Quality assurance procedures include:
- Cr2O3 content determination using gravimetric analysis
- Chromium sulfate purity testing using titrimetric methods
- Water content measurement using Karl Fischer titration
- pH measurement using calibrated electrode systems
- Water solubility testing using dissolution procedures
- Bulk density determination using standardized methods
- Particle size analysis using sieve analysis techniques
- Mesh size verification using standard sieve sets
- Iron content analysis using atomic absorption spectroscopy
- Calcium determination using complexometric titration
- Sodium analysis using flame photometry methods
- Chloride content testing using ion chromatography
- Sulfate analysis using gravimetric precipitation
- Heavy metals testing using ICP-OES techniques
- Lead analysis using graphite furnace methods
- Cadmium determination using atomic absorption
- Mercury testing using cold vapor techniques
- Arsenic analysis using hydride generation methods
- Insoluble matter determination using filtration
- Loss on drying measurement using oven drying
- Hexavalent chromium testing using colorimetric methods
- Appearance evaluation using visual inspection
- Crystal structure analysis using X-ray diffraction
- Hydration level determination using thermogravimetry
- Dissolution rate testing using standardized procedures
- Performance testing using application-specific methods
- Stability testing using accelerated aging protocols
Storage & Handling Procedures Implement proper storage conditions including controlled humidity and temperature, protection from moisture absorption and contamination, appropriate industrial-grade packaging materials, segregation from incompatible substances, and comprehensive safety procedures for maintaining Chromium Sulfate quality and ensuring safe handling throughout storage and application periods.
Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
Industrial Standards Technical Grade Chromium Sulfate complies with industrial quality standards, manufacturing specifications, and international technical regulations ensuring appropriate use in industrial applications with established safety criteria and performance specifications for manufacturing processes.
Leather Processing Standards Tanning Grade Chromium Sulfate adheres to leather industry standards, tanning specifications, and international leather regulations ensuring safe use in leather processing applications with established safety protocols and regulatory compliance for leather manufacturing operations.
Textile Standards Textile Grade Chromium Sulfate meets textile industry standards, dyeing specifications, and international textile regulations ensuring appropriate use in textile applications with established performance criteria and safety requirements for textile processing operations.
Environmental Standards All grades comply with environmental regulations, disposal requirements, and workplace safety standards ensuring appropriate environmental management with established protocols and regulatory compliance for industrial operations.
Performance Advantages & Benefits
✔ Superior Tanning Properties – Excellent leather formation and cross-linking capabilities
✔ Outstanding Mordanting Performance – Reliable dye fixation and color enhancement
✔ Industrial Compatibility – Technical compliance with manufacturing specifications
✔ Chemical Stability – Stable performance under various processing conditions
✔ Multiple Applications – Suitable for leather, textile, ceramic, and metal finishing use
✔ High Solubility – Rapid dissolution for efficient processing operations
✔ Processing Efficiency – Easy incorporation and excellent manufacturing compatibility
✔ Color Development – Excellent chromium source for coloration applications
✔ Quality Consistency – Uniform performance across production batches
✔ Regulatory Compliance – Approved for industrial, leather, and textile use
✔ Cost Effectiveness – Economic chromium source with superior performance
✔ Storage Stability – Extended shelf life under proper storage conditions
✔ Global Availability – Reliable supply chains and worldwide distribution networks
✔ Technical Versatility – Multiple industry applications and processing systems
✔ Technical Support – Complete application guidance and optimization services
Our Chromium Sulfate products represent industry-leading standards in chromium chemistry and multi-industry processing solutions, specifically manufactured for demanding leather tanning, textile dyeing, ceramic manufacturing, and advanced industrial applications requiring exceptional binding characteristics, reliable chemical performance, and comprehensive technical optimization. We provide complete technical support, process guidance, and performance consultation to ensure optimal results across your specialized leather, textile, ceramic, or industrial processing applications.
For detailed specifications, technical data sheets, or application-specific recommendations, contact our specialized chromium chemistry division. We offer complete support including product selection, process optimization, compatibility testing, regulatory guidance, performance monitoring, and technical assistance to maximize effectiveness in your leather, textile, ceramic, or industrial processing applications.
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