Chromium(III) chloride hexahydrate is a chemical compound with the formula CrCl3·6H2O. It consists of chromium in the +3 oxidation state, combined with chloride ions and six water molecules. This compound typically appears as a green or violet crystalline solid and is soluble in water. In various applications, chromium(III) chloride hexahydrate is used in the production of dyes, pigments, and as a catalyst in chemical reactions. It also plays a role in the preparation of other chromium compounds and is utilized in the field of biochemistry for its potential effects on metabolism.