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Safety and Health Topics: Hexavalent Chromium In Focus Hot Topics New Releases Chromium hexavalent (CrVI) compounds, often called hexavalent chromium, exist in several forms. Chromates are often used as pigments for photography, and in pyrotechnics, dyes, paints, inks, and plastics. They can also be used for stainless steel production, textile dyes, wood preservation, leather tanning, and as anti-corrosion coatings. The following questions link to resources that provide safety and health information relevant to hexavalent chromium in the workplace. What OSHA standards apply? Standards | Unified Agenda | Interpretations and Compliance Letters What is hexavalent chromium and what are its potential health effects? Hazard Recognition | Properties | Health Effects How can I evaluate hexavalent chromium exposure? Exposure Evaluation | OSHA Methods | NIOSH Methods What are some possible solutions for workplace hazards? Possible Solutions Where can I find additional information? Related Safety and Health Topics | Additional Resources In Focus Hot Topics On April 2, 2003, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit directed OSHA to publish a proposed hexavalent chromium rule no later than October 4, 2004 and a final standard no later than January 18, 2006. The Court issued the ruling based on a recommendation from a court-appointed mediator trying to resolve a suit from Public Citizen Health Research Group seeking to require OSHA to promulgate a new standard on chromium. News Releases OSHA Plans Proposed Rule on Hexavalent Chromium. OSHA Trade News Release (2002, December 4), 2 pages. OSHA announced that it plans to go forward with proposed rulemaking on occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium. The agency had requested public comments in August 2002 on the best way to address occupational exposures to the element. Twenty-six comments had been received when the comment period closed on November 20, 2002.   Revised: 13 January 2004		Safety and Health  Topics     Toxic Metals     Hexavalent Chromium   OSHA Standards   Hazard Recognition   Exposure Evaluation   Possible Solutions   Additional Information   Credits
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