Chromium(III) oxide (or chromia) is an inorganic compound with the formula Cr2O3. It is one of the principal oxides of chromium and is used as a pigment. In nature, it occurs as the rare mineral eskolaite. is a very stable , A durable compound, most commonly used as a pigment. Because of its opacity, it is widely used to add color, but it also has heat-resistant properties, making it very suitable for many industrial uses in paints, coatings, inks, ceramics, refractory materials and special glass manufacturing.

Chrome Oxide Green application

Due to its considerable stability, chromium oxide is a commonly used pigment. It was originally called the Meridian.