{"product_id":"hexchecks-crvi-test-swabs","title":"HexChecks CrVI Test Swabs","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHexChecks Chrome-6 Test Swabs - Instant Hexavalent Chromium Detection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHexChecks Chrome-6 Test Swabs deliver fast, reliable hexavalent chromium detection without the need for laboratory analysis. Designed for safety managers in industrial environments, these colorimetric swabs instantly confirm the presence of Chromium VI (Cr(VI)), right at the point of concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlready detected Chromium-6? Treat it safely with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ecopro-solutions.co.uk\/products\/hexchecks-crvi-test-swabs-copy?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=0453a9393\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Hex Checks Chrome-6 Neutraliser\"\u003eHexChecks Cr6 Neutraliser.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA direct replacement for 3M Chromate Check Swabs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow the Hexavalent Chromium Detection Test Swab Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSimply squeeze the swab to break both ampules, shake to mix, and wipe the moistened tip across the suspect surface. If hexavalent chromium is present, the tip turns pink or purple. The darker the colour, the higher the Cr(VI) concentration, giving you an immediate, visual risk assessment with no guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInstant on-site hexavalent chromium detection, no waiting for lab results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTested and recommended by the U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eClear colorimetric result: pink\/purple tip indicates Cr(VI) presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWorks on wet or dry surfaces and contaminants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSimple one-handed operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIndefinite shelf life; store with confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDetection sensitivity: \u0026lt;0.1 microgram on solid surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOperating temperature range: 0–60°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eKit contents: 10 Chrome-6 test swabs per kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Workplace Safety Managers Choose HexChecks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHexavalent chromium is a known carcinogen regulated under UK COSHH and UK HSE guidelines. Early detection is critical for protecting workers in welding, metal finishing, painting, and aerospace environments. HexChecks swabs put that detection capability directly in the hands of your safety team, no waiting for lab results, no specialist training required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eTest Kits are despatched within 24 hours of order and delivered within 48 hours. We provide UK-based technical support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in either packs of 10 or 100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many test swabs come in a kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStandard kits contain 10 HexChecks CrVI Test Swabs, and larger packs of 100 are also available for higher-volume testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I use the test swab?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSqueeze the swab to break both internal ampules, shake to mix the solution, then wipe the moistened tip across the surface you want to test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I read the result?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf hexavalent chromium (Cr6\/CrVI) is present, the tip turns pink or purple; the darker the colour, the higher the concentration. No colour change indicates no detectable Cr6 at the swab's sensitivity level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow sensitive is the test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe swabs can detect as little as \u0026lt;0.1 microgram of hexavalent chromium on a solid surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the swabs be used on wet or dry surfaces?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, they're designed to work on both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the shelf life, and how should I store them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHexChecks Test Swabs have an indefinite shelf life, so you can keep stock on hand without worrying about expiry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat temperature range do the swabs work in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e0–60°C, making them suitable for most industrial and site environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these a suitable replacement for 3M Chromate Check Swabs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes; HexChecks Test Swabs are a direct replacement for 3M Chromate Check Swabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I do if a test comes back positive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTreat the affected surface with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ecopro-solutions.co.uk\/products\/hexchecks-crvi-test-swabs-copy?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=0453a9393\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Hex Checks Neutraliser - Sachets\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHexChecks Cr6 Neutraliser\u003c\/a\u003e, which converts hexavalent chromium into non-carcinogenic trivalent chromium. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow quickly will my order arrive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrders are despatched within 24 hours and typically delivered within 48 hours, with UK-based technical support available if you have questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ecopro-solutions.co.uk\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Eco-Point Chrome VI Neutraliser\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREQUEST AN OVERSEAS DELIVERY QUOTATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHex Checks Chrome 6 Downloads:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hex Checks Chrome 6 Test Swab TDS How to test for hexavalent chromium compounds CrVI\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0076\/2917\/6902\/files\/HexChecks_CrVI_Test_Swabs_TDS.pdf?v=1738266159\"\u003eTDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0076\/2917\/6902\/files\/Hex_Checks_Testing_Swabs_Instructions.pdf?v=1738266150\" title=\"How to test for Chrome VI\"\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hex Checks Test Swab TDS\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0076\/2917\/6902\/files\/HexChecks_CrVI_Test_Swabs_TDS.pdf?v=1738266159\"\u003eTest Swab specifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChromium 6 Resources:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gem-c-title__text govuk-heading-xl\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chrome 6 Hazards To Health\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/chromium-general-information-incident-management-and-toxicology\/chromium-general-information\"\u003eChromium: General Information GOV.UK May '22\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gem-c-title__text govuk-heading-xl\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Chromium and You HSE 2013\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hse.gov.uk\/pubns\/indg346.htm\"\u003eChromium and You HSE '13\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gem-c-title__text govuk-heading-xl\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Chromate_and_dichromate\" title=\"Chromate \u0026amp; Dichromate Useful Information\"\u003eWikipedia Chromate \u0026amp; Dichromate\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ecopointuk","offers":[{"title":"Pack of 10 Test Swabs","offer_id":54912762773884,"sku":"","price":132.34,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bulk Pack 100 Test Swabs","offer_id":56835518857596,"sku":null,"price":1191.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0076\/2917\/6902\/files\/Hex_Checks_Cr-6_Test_Swab_-_Pack_of_10.jpg?v=1789403697","url":"https:\/\/ecopro-solutions.co.uk\/products\/hexchecks-crvi-test-swabs","provider":"EcoPro Solutions Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}