Chromium formate

Name: Chromium formate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-014526

About Chromium formate

Listed under CAS 27115-36-2, Chromium formate is a transition metal compound available from Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 26–27%. With the molecular formula C3H3CrO6, it has a molar mass of 187.05 g/mol. Systematically, it is named chromium(3+) triformate. Alternative names: Chromic formate and Formic acid, chromium(3+) salt.

It is supplied as light green powder or crystals. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include materials research and chemical synthesis. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Chromium formate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Materials research
Chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Chromium formate
Catalogue No.	VQ-014526
CAS Number	27115-36-2
IUPAC name	chromium(3+) triformate
Molecular formula	C₃H₃CrO₆
Molecular weight	187.05 g/mol
Exact mass	186.9335
Purity / assay	26–27%
HSN code	29242990
InChIKey	QOWZHEWZFLTYQP-UHFFFAOYSA-K
SMILES	C(=O)[O-].C(=O)[O-].C(=O)[O-].[Cr+3]
PubChem CID	117932

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	Light green powder or crystals
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 6
TPSA	120 Å²
Synonyms	Chromic formate, Formic acid, chromium(3+) salt, Formic acid, chromium(3+) salt (3:1), Chromium triformate, chromium(III) formate, Formic acid chromium(3+) salt (3:1)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264 + P265, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Chromium formate?

The CAS Registry Number of Chromium formate is 27115-36-2. It is also known as Chromic formate, Formic acid, chromium(3+) salt, Formic acid, chromium(3+) salt (3:1).

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Chromium formate?

Chromium formate has the molecular formula C3H3CrO6 and a molecular weight of 187.05 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is chromium(3+) triformate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Chromium formate can I order?

We supply Chromium formate in (26–27%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Chromium formate?

Yes. Every lot of Chromium formate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Chromium formate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Chromium formate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.