ArroChem’s Acetic Acid 56% is a solution of acetic acid in water. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor. This diluted form is commonly used in various industrial, commercial, and laboratory applications.
General Characteristics:
Appearance:
Solubility in Water, 25°C:
Specific Gravity:
Ionic Nature:
pH, 1% Solution:
Clear, colorless liquid
Completely soluble
~1.0-1.1 g/cm3 at 20°C
Weak acid, predominantly non-ionic
~ 2.4
Application:
Acetic Acid 56% finds various applications across industries due to its acidic properties and solubility in water. Key applications include:
- Chemical Industry: Used as an intermediate in the production of various chemicals, including acetic anhydride, vinyl acetate monomer, and acetate esters.
- Laboratory Use: Used as a reagent and solvent in laboratory settings for various chemical processes and analyses.
- Textile Industry: Utilized in dyeing and finishing processes of textiles.
- Cleaning and Descaling: Used in household and industrial cleaning products for descaling and removing mineral deposits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our processing times may vary, but we strive to ship all orders within 2-3 business days. Expedited processing may be available upon request for an additional fee.
We offer a variety of sizes ranging from pints, quarts, one-gallon, five-gallon pails, 55-gallon drums, to 275-gallon tote tanks and bulk tankers.
Order requirements can vary based on the specific chemical and packaging size. Please get in touch with our sales department for detailed information. Our minimum order amount is $300.
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