Chromyl Chloride Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Chromyl Chloride (CrO2Cl2). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Non-flammableNon-Flammable Storage

Chemical formula

Chromyl Chloride molecular formula

About Chromyl Chloride

Chromyl chloride oxidizes internal alkenes to alpha-chloroketones or related derivatives. It will also attack benzylic methyl groups to give aldehydes via the Étard reaction.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Category 1 Oxiziding Liquids
Storage category
Non-Flammable Storage
Flammable
No
Flash point
N/A
Storage temperature
See SDS
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Combustible materials.

Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 A Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1A Carcinogenicity Category 1A

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Chromyl Chloride

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Chromyl Chloride (CrO2Cl2). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical or CO2. LARGE FIRE: Flood fire area with large quantities of water

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 Chromyl Chloride should account for its listed hazards (Category 1 Oxiziding Liquids), climate control needs, and segregation requirements. Combustible materials.

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

Properties: Melting point: -96.5. Boiling point: 117 C.

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Chromyl Chloride

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

  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChemical Storage Shipping

    BoxSAFE CX

    • Non Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft x 8' 5"
    • 50 Qty 55 Gallon Drums
    • 9 Pallets or Totes
    • 302 Square Feet storage
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rated

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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  • Non-fire-rated0 HourChremical Storage

    Non Fire-Rate

    • 0-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 20 ft
    • 27 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Chromyl Chloride be stored?

Store Chromyl Chloride in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Category 1 Oxiziding Liquids). Climate range guidance: Follow the temperature range listed on the manufacturer SDS.. Compatibility notes: Combustible materials. US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Chromyl Chloride flammable?

Chromyl Chloride is not flagged as flammable in this database (No). Still verify the SDS and store in compliant containment for its listed hazard class.

What hazard class is Chromyl Chloride?

Chromyl Chloride is listed as: Category 1 Oxiziding Liquids. Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 A Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 1A Carcinogenicity Category 1A

What fire suppression is recommended for Chromyl Chloride?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Chromyl Chloride (CrO2Cl2). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Chromyl Chloride storage available for rent?

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