Title: Zinc Chromate(VI) Hydroxide
CAS Registry Number: 13530-65-9
Additional Names: Zinc yellow; buttercup yellow; C.I. Pigment Yellow 36
Literature References: A basic salt of somewhat variable composition. Approx Zn2CrO4(OH)2.
Derivative Type: Hydrate
Properties: Yellow, odorless, fine powder. Slightly sol in water; sol in dil acids, including acetic acid.
CAUTION: Chromium hexavalent compounds are listed as known human carcinogens: Report on Carcinogens, Eleventh Edition (PB2005-104914, 2004) p III-63.
Use: As pigment in paints, varnishes, oil colors, linoleum, rubber, etc.