Chromyl chloride

Chromyl chloride, also known as chromium oxychloride is a chemical compound. It has the formula CrO₂Cl₂. It is a red liquid. It is made by reacting hydrochloric acid with chromium(VI) oxide or potassium chromate. It is a strong oxidizing agent. When it is mixed with sulfur it oxidizes it. It is the result of a test for chloride. It is toxic because it contains chromium in its +6 oxidation state, and its fumes can irritate the eyes. It can also burn the skin and can cause cancer.^[1] It also contains some hydrochloric acid. It reacts with grease and some plastics.