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Substitution of Sodium Dichromate for Passivation of Electrolytic Tinplate (ETP)

Substitution of Sodium Dichromate for Passivation of Electrolytic Tinplate (ETP)

Type of measure: Substitution

One of the goals of the European REACH regulation is the progressive replacement of substances of very high concern (e.g. carcinogens) by safer alternatives. Companies that use these substances, actively search for safer alternatives (less dangerous substances, new technologies and processes), and report about these alternatives. Below you will find the information on possible alternatives for chromium trioxide, included in the different applications for authorisation received so far by ECHA. To obtain further details, please follow the link to the full dossier.

Below you can find possible alternatives for sodium dichromate for passivation of electrolytic tinplate (ETP).

Sodium Dichromate

  • EC-number: 234-190-3
  • CAS-number: 10588-01-9
  • Use: Use of sodium dichromate for passivation of ETP
  • Technical function: Stabilising agent

Most promising alternative:

  • Chromium Free Passivation Alternative (CFPA) (a Zirconium/Titanium Fluoride liquid solution system).

More detailed information

All research efforts by companies have been documented in reports. The following ECHA-dossiers are available about possible alternatives for chromium trioxide for ECCS:

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Published July 10, 2024
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Carcinogens involved:
Chromium VI compounds
About this case
Company:
ECHA
General facts

Facts about cancer-causing agents:

  • The direct costs of carcinogen exposure at work across Europe are estimated at 2.4 billion Euros per year.
  • Every year, about 120.000 persons get cancer from exposure to carcinogens at work
  • Annually more than 100.000 people die because of work-related cancer.