Stainless steel Is Not Hexavalent Chromium

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5 Contributions of Chromium to Steels
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Chromium is added to steel to
Increase resistance to corrosion;
Increase resistance to oxidation;
Increase hardenability;
Improve high temperature strength;
Improve abrasion resistance in higher carbon grades.

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Hexavalent Chromium Rule Finalized
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The final direct rule for notifying employees about hexavalent chromium exposures is June 15th, 2010. And cutting stainless steel doesnot generate hexavalent chromium except at “hot work” (welding) temperatures.

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