Chromium Oxide Green
 
Joules & Joules Chromium Oxide Green Matte Acrylic Paint is a medium, warm green with subtle earthy undertones, distinguished by its natural appearance and exceptional stability. It features an opaque finish, high covering power, and moderate tinting strength, offering excellent control in mixtures and layered applications. Its yellowish, slightly gray undertones make it especially suitable for landscape painting, portraiture, and works that demand a high degree of naturalism. With medium drying time and stable handling properties, Chromium Oxide Green is a finely structured pigment that produces smooth, even paint films with a visually soft surface, maintaining body and density even when diluted.
 
Chromium Oxide Green (PG17) originated in the 19th century and was among the first truly stable synthetic pigments introduced into modern painting. Produced through the controlled calcination of chromium compounds, it quickly gained widespread use due to its extraordinary resistance to light and chemical agents. It replaced unstable and highly toxic greens such as Emerald Green and Schweinfurt Green, becoming a preferred choice among academic painters and landscape artists. Its muted, earthy, and opaque character allows for faithful representation of vegetation and natural shadows, combining realism with unmatched permanence and safety.
 
In terms of performance, Joules & Joules Chromium Oxide Green is rated I (Excellent) for lightfastness, with proven permanence across a wide range of artistic media. It is unaffected by diluted acids, alkalis, humidity, or temperature variations, maintaining its color integrity over time. Thanks to its balance of coverage, neutrality, and chemical solidity, it is considered an essential pigment in the professional palette. Its durability, texture, and stability establish it as one of the most permanent and reliable greens in modern painting—a classic choice for artists seeking longevity and chromatic naturalness.
 
Pigment Classification
Synthetic Inorganic Pigment
 
Color Index
PG 17
 
Binder
Acrylic Resin
 
Transparency/Opacity
Opaque
 
Lightfastness
I (Excellent)
 
Tinting Strength
Medium
 
Drying Time
Medium
 
Notes
Excellent permanence in all media.
 
Toxicity
Not considered toxic; however, ingestion, contact with eyes, and prolonged skin contact should be avoided.
 
MSDS (Safety Data Sheet)
Available on the website here.
 
Series
3
 
Availability
37 ml and 100 ml tubes, and 250 ml jars.