Chromic Acid
CAS Number: 7738-94-5
Sources of exposure:
Chrome plating, metal finishing, surface etching, industrial cleaning, and contaminated soil or water
Description:
Chromic acid is a hexavalent chromium compound used primarily in metal treatment and industrial chemical processes. It is commonly associated with chrome plating, metal surface preparation, and oxidation reactions. Exposure may occur in occupational settings or through contamination associated with industrial emissions and waste.
Health concerns:
Cancer
Known or suspected to increase cancer risk in humans.
Reproductive Toxicity
May alter hormone function and harm reproduction.
Genotoxicity
May cause mutations or damage DNA in cells.
Organ System Toxicity
May cause organ damage and disease.
Immunotoxicity & Allergens
May impact immune system function or cause allergic reactions.
Respiratory Toxicity & Asthmagens
May damage the lungs or trigger asthma.
Irritant
May cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation.
Ecotoxicity
May be toxic to ecosystems and wildlife.
Banned/restricted lists:
- EU REACH Candidate List (SVHC) - Candidate list
- Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist - Prohibited
References
- US Environmental Protection Agency. Cheminformatics Modules, Computational Toxicology and Exposure Informatics (CompTox).
- US National Library of Medicine. PubChem database.