Ammonium Dichromate Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Ammonium Dichromate ((NH4)2Cr2O7). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Flammable hazardFlammable Storage

Chemical formula

Ammonium Dichromate molecular formula

About Ammonium Dichromate

Ammonium dichromate is an orange crystalline solid with a slightly bitter taste. It is used in the manufacturing of chromium compounds, in photography, and in lithography.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Oxidizer: Division 5.1
Storage category
Flammable Storage
Flammable
Yes
Flash point
N/A
Storage temperature
Store in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials.
Recommended extinguishing agent
See SDS
Compatibility / segregation
Incompatible with combustible materials, strong reducing agents, acids, organic materials.

Oxidizers are chemicals that can cause a fire in contact with combustible materials. Division 5.1 substances are known to have a strong oxidizing effect.

Fire Suppression System

See SDS fire suppression is recommended for Ammonium Dichromate

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other · Recommended

Guidance: Dry Chemical Fire Suppression

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Ammonium Dichromate should account for its listed hazards (Oxidizer: Division 5.1), climate control needs (Store in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials.), and segregation requirements. Incompatible with combustible materials, strong reducing agents, acids, organic materials.

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Ammonium dichromate is an oxidizing agent, meaning it can cause combustion when in contact with organic materials. It is also a skin irritant and can cause serious eye damage.

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Ammonium Dichromate

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 228 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 10 ft
    • 12 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 48 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 hourChemical Tote Storage

    Single Tote & Pallet Storage

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated 6' Deep 1-Tote-Deep
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Ammonium Dichromate be stored?

Store Ammonium Dichromate in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Oxidizer: Division 5.1). Climate range guidance: Store in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials.. Compatibility notes: Incompatible with combustible materials, strong reducing agents, acids, organic materials. US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Ammonium Dichromate flammable?

Yes — Ammonium Dichromate is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (Yes). Flash point: N/A. Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.

What hazard class is Ammonium Dichromate?

Ammonium Dichromate is listed as: Oxidizer: Division 5.1. Oxidizers are chemicals that can cause a fire in contact with combustible materials. Division 5.1 substances are known to have a strong oxidizing effect.

What fire suppression is recommended for Ammonium Dichromate?

Dry Chemical Fire Suppression

Is compliant Ammonium Dichromate storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Ammonium Dichromate. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.