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Colour Index Code
PG17
Chromium Oxide Green
- Chemistry
- Chromium(III) oxide (Cr₂O₃)
- Origin
- Synthetic mineral.
- History
- Introduced c.1862; opaque, dull, and extremely permanent and stable.
- Toxicity
- Non-toxic.
Chromium Oxide Green (PG17) is Chromium(III) oxide (Cr₂O₃). In our watercolour range it is opaque, yes granulation, excellent lightfastness.
- Transparency
- Opaque
- Granulation
- YES
- Staining
- Medium
- Lightfastness
- Excellent
PG17: Questions & Answers
What is PG17?
PG17 (Chromium Oxide Green) is Chromium(III) oxide (Cr₂O₃). Synthetic mineral..
What is the chemistry of PG17?
PG17 is Chromium(III) oxide (Cr₂O₃).
Is PG17 toxic?
Non-toxic.
Is PG17 lightfast?
In the Michael Harding range, colours using PG17 are rated excellent for lightfastness.
Is PG17 transparent or opaque?
PG17 is opaque.
Does PG17 granulate?
In watercolour, PG17 is granulating.
Which Michael Harding colours use PG17?
PG17 appears in 2 Michael Harding colours: Oxide of Chromium, Oxide of Chromium.
Michael Harding colours using PG17
2 colours across both rangesLightfastness: ExcellentOil Colours containing PG17
1 colour
Watercolours containing PG17
1 colour
| Colour | Medium | Transparency | Lightfastness | Granulation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxide of Chromium No. 305 | Oil | Opaque | Excellent | — |
| Oxide of Chromium W208 | Watercolour | Opaque | Excellent | YES |
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