Chromium carbonyl

Catalog Number	ACM13007926-1
CAS	13007-92-6
Structure
Synonyms	Chromium hexacarbonyl
IUPAC Name	Carbon monoxide;chromium
Molecular Weight	220.06
Molecular Formula	C6CrO6
Canonical SMILES	[C-]#[O+].[C-]#[O+].[C-]#[O+].[C-]#[O+].[C-]#[O+].[C-]#[O+].[Cr]
InChI	InChI=1S/6CO.Cr/c6*1-2;
InChI Key	KOTQLLUQLXWWDK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Boiling Point	220 °C
Melting Point	>150 °C
Purity	95%+
Density	1.77 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Solubility	Insoluble in water
Appearance	White crystals
Storage	Store below +30 °C
Complexity	10
Exact Mass	219.909992
Heavy Atom Count	13
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	6
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Monoisotopic Mass	219.909992
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Topological Polar Surface Area	6 Ų

Q&A

What is the molecular weight of Chromium carbonyl?

The molecular weight of Chromium carbonyl is 220.06.

What are the synonyms for Chromium hexacarbonyl?

The synonyms for Chromium hexacarbonyl include "Chromium carbonyl (Cr(CO)6)" and "Chromium(0) hexacarbonyl 98%".

What is the density of Chromium carbonyl at 25°C?

The density of Chromium carbonyl at 25°C is 1.77 g/mL.

What is the color of Chromium carbonyl?

Chromium carbonyl is white in color.

What is the boiling point of Chromium hexacarbonyl?

The boiling point of Chromium hexacarbonyl is 220°C.

How is Chromium hexacarbonyl prepared?

Chromium hexacarbonyl is prepared by reacting anhydrous chromium(III) chloride with carbon monoxide in the presence of a Grignard reagent.

What is Chromium hexacarbonyl used for?

Chromium hexacarbonyl is widely used for thin film deposition in ALD and CVD processes.

What is the reactivity profile of Chromium hexacarbonyl?

Chromium hexacarbonyl decomposes violently at 410°F and is incompatible with oxidizing agents.

How should one handle exposure to Chromium carbonyl?

For skin contact, flood all areas with water. For eye contact, flush with water for at least 20-30 minutes. In case of inhalation, breathe fresh air, and in case of ingestion, seek immediate medical attention.

How should waste containing Chromium carbonyl be disposed of?

Waste containing Chromium carbonyl should be disposed of using a licensed professional waste disposal service in accordance with environmental regulations.