IMARC Group’s report, titled “Chromic Acid Production Cost Analysis Report 2025: Industry Trends, Plant Setup, Machinery, Raw Materials, Investment Opportunities, Cost and Revenue” provides a complete roadmap for setting up a chromic acid production plant. It covers a comprehensive market overview to micro-level information such as unit operations involved, raw material requirements, utility requirements, infrastructure requirements, machinery and technology requirements, manpower requirements, packaging requirements, transportation requirements, etc. The chromic acid project report provides detailed insights into project economics, including capital investments, project funding, operating expenses, income and expenditure projections, fixed costs vs. variable costs, direct and indirect costs, expected ROI and net present value (NPV), profit and loss account, financial analysis, etc.
Chromic acid, a powerful and versatile chemical compound, has played a significant role in various industrial applications and scientific endeavors. Composed of chromium, oxygen, and water molecules, chromic acid is a strong oxidizing agent and is highly soluble in water, making it a potent tool for various chemical processes. Its unique properties have made it valuable in diverse industries, including metal finishing, cleaning and etching of glassware, and as a reagent in analytical chemistry. Moreover, chromic acid's use as a strong oxidizer in organic synthesis and the preparation of specialty compounds highlights its importance in scientific research and laboratory settings.
Chromic acid offers several advantages and finds diverse applications across industries. As a strong oxidizing agent, its primary advantage lies in its effectiveness in metal finishing processes, providing durable and corrosion-resistant coatings on various metals. Chromic acid is also utilized for cleaning and etching glassware and ceramics in laboratory and industrial settings. Its potent oxidizing properties make it valuable in organic synthesis, enabling the preparation of specialty compounds and pharmaceutical intermediates. Additionally, it serves as a reagent in analytical chemistry for testing and identifying certain substances.
The market for chromic acid is influenced by several key drivers and notable trends that shape its demand and growth prospects. One of the primary market drivers is its extensive use in metal finishing applications. Chromic acid's strong oxidizing properties make it valuable in providing corrosion-resistant coatings on various metals, driving its demand in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics. Furthermore, the demand for chromic acid is bolstered by its applications in cleaning and etching glassware, ceramics, and other materials. In laboratory and industrial settings, it serves as a crucial reagent in analytical chemistry for testing and identifying certain substances. Additionally, stringent regulations and safety standards surrounding the use of chromic acid are shaping the market. Companies are investing in research and development to find safer alternatives and comply with regulatory requirements.
The following aspects have been covered in the report on setting up a chromic acid production plant:

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The report provides insights into the landscape of the chromic acid industry at the global level. The report also provides a segment-wise and region-wise breakup of the global chromic acid industry. Additionally, it also provides the price analysis of feedstocks used in the manufacturing of chromic acid, along with the industry profit margins.
The report also provides detailed information related to the process flow and various unit operations involved in a chromic acid production plant. Furthermore, information related to mass balance and raw material requirements has also been provided in the report with a list of necessary quality assurance criteria and technical tests.
The report provides a detailed location analysis covering insights into the land location, selection criteria, location significance, environmental impact, and expenditure for setting up a chromic acid production plant. Additionally, the report also provides information related to plant layout and factors influencing the same. Furthermore, other requirements and expenditures related to machinery, raw materials, packaging, transportation, utilities, and human resources have also been covered in the report.
The report also covers a detailed analysis of the project economics for setting up a chromic acid production plant. This includes the analysis and detailed understanding of capital expenditure (CapEx), operating expenditure (OpEx), income projections, taxation, depreciation, liquidity analysis, profitability analysis, payback period, NPV, uncertainty analysis, and sensitivity analysis. Furthermore, the report also provides a detailed analysis of the regulatory procedures and approvals, information related to financial assistance, along with a comprehensive list of certifications required for setting up a chromic acid production plant.

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| Land and Site Development Costs | XX |
| Civil Works Costs | XX |
| Machinery Costs | XX |
| Other Capital Costs | XX |
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| Raw Material Cost | XX |
| Utility Cost | XX |
| Transportation Cost | XX |
| Packaging Cost | XX |
| Salaries and Wages | XX |
| Depreciation | XX |
| Other Expenses | XX |
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| Total Income | US$ | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
| Total Expenditure | US$ | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
| Gross Profit | US$ | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
| Gross Margin | % | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
| Net Profit | US$ | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
| Net Margin | % | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
| Report Features | Details |
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| Product Name | Chromic Acid |
| Report Coverage | Detailed Process Flow: Unit Operations Involved, Quality Assurance Criteria, Technical Tests, Mass Balance, and Raw Material Requirements Land, Location and Site Development: Selection Criteria and Significance, Location Analysis, Project Planning and Phasing of Development, Environmental Impact, Land Requirement and Costs Plant Layout: Importance and Essentials, Layout, Factors Influencing Layout Plant Machinery: Machinery Requirements, Machinery Costs, Machinery Suppliers (Provided on Request) Raw Materials: Raw Material Requirements, Raw Material Details and Procurement, Raw Material Costs, Raw Material Suppliers (Provided on Request) Packaging: Packaging Requirements, Packaging Material Details and Procurement, Packaging Costs, Packaging Material Suppliers (Provided on Request) Other Requirements and Costs: Transportation Requirements and Costs, Utility Requirements and Costs, Energy Requirements and Costs, Water Requirements and Costs, Human Resource Requirements and Costs Project Economics: Capital Costs, Techno-Economic Parameters, Income Projections, Expenditure Projections, Product Pricing and Margins, Taxation, Depreciation Financial Analysis: Liquidity Analysis, Profitability Analysis, Payback Period, Net Present Value, Internal Rate of Return, Profit and Loss Account, Uncertainty Analysis, Sensitivity Analysis, Economic Analysis Other Analysis Covered in The Report: Market Trends and Analysis, Market Segmentation, Market Breakup by Region, Price Trends, Competitive Landscape, Regulatory Landscape, Strategic Recommendations, Case Study of a Successful Venture |
| Currency | US$ (Data can also be provided in the local currency) |
| Customization Scope | The report can also be customized based on the requirement of the customer |
| Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
| Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
While we have aimed to create an all-encompassing report, we acknowledge that individual stakeholders may have unique demands. Thus, we offer customized report options that cater to your specific requirements. Our consultants are available to discuss your business requirements, and we can tailor the report's scope accordingly. Some of the common customizations that we are frequently requested to make by our clients include:
Capital requirements generally include land acquisition, construction, equipment procurement, installation, pre-operative expenses, and initial working capital. The total amount varies with capacity, technology, and location.
To start a chromic acid production business, one needs to conduct a market feasibility study, secure required licenses, arrange funding, select suitable land, procure equipment, recruit skilled labor, and establish a supply chain and distribution network.
Chromic acid production requires raw materials, such as sodium or potassium dichromate and sulfuric acid. These are reacted after a dichromate is dissolved in water to form a paste. Another, more fundamental raw material is chromite ore, which is processed to first produce the sodium or potassium dichromate.
A chromic acid factory typically requires reactors for chemical synthesis, filtration units, and crystallizers for product formation. Essential supporting equipment includes storage tanks, acid-resistant pumps, heat exchangers, and scrubbers for fume control.
The main steps generally include:
Preparing sodium dichromate and sulfuric acid mixture
Reacting chemicals in reactor under controlled conditions
Forming chromic acid through oxidation reaction process
Cooling reaction mass to promote crystal formation
Filtering to separate solid chromic acid crystals
Washing crystals to remove impurities completely
Drying product to achieve required moisture level
Packaging, storage and distribution
Usually, the timeline can range from 12 to 24 months to start a chromic acid production plant, depending on factors like site development, machinery installation, environmental clearances, safety measures, and trial runs.
Challenges may include high capital requirements, securing regulatory approvals, ensuring raw material supply, competition, skilled manpower availability, and managing operational risks.
Typical requirements include business registration, environmental clearances, factory licenses, fire safety certifications, and industry-specific permits. Local/state/national regulations may apply depending on the location.
The top chromic acid producers are:
Hubei Zhenhua Chemical
Sichuan Yinhe Chemical
Elementis Chromium
LANXESS
MidUral Group
Profitability depends on several factors including market demand, production efficiency, pricing strategy, raw material cost management, and operational scale. Profit margins usually improve with capacity expansion and increased capacity utilization rates.
Cost components typically include:
Land and Infrastructure
Machinery and Equipment
Building and Civil Construction
Utilities and Installation
Working Capital
Break even in a chromic acid production business typically range from 3 to 6 years, depending on scale, regulatory compliance costs, raw material pricing, and market demand. Efficient production and export opportunities can help accelerate returns.
Governments may offer incentives such as capital subsidies, tax exemptions, reduced utility tariffs, export benefits, or interest subsidies to promote manufacturing under various national or regional industrial policies.
Financing can be arranged through term loans, government-backed schemes, private equity, venture capital, equipment leasing, or strategic partnerships. Financial viability assessments help identify optimal funding routes.