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Chromates are used in order to coat metal parts to provide a longer life for the part. It is commonly used on zinc-plated parts in order to provide protection from corrosion such as white rust or red rust. Chromates can come in many different color variations: clear, blue, yellow, or black. EPI offers both hexavalent chromate and trivalent chromates in blue and yellow variations.
