Nitric Acid
Chemical Formula: HNO₃
Nitric Acid is a highly corrosive and powerful mineral acid widely used in industrial manufacturing and chemical processing industries. It is a clear to pale yellow liquid recognized for its strong oxidizing properties and effectiveness in chemical synthesis.
Nitric Acid plays a crucial role in applications requiring nitration, oxidation, metal treatment, and fertilizer production. Its high purity and reliable performance make it a preferred chemical for large-scale industrial operations.
The product is extensively utilized across industries including fertilizers, chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, metal processing, explosives production, and electronics.
Application
Fertilizer Manufacturing
Used in the production of ammonium nitrate and other nitrogen-based fertilizers.
Chemical Manufacturing
Serves as an essential reagent in the production of dyes, intermediates, and specialty chemicals.
Metal Processing
Used for metal etching, pickling, cleaning, and passivation processes.
Pharmaceutical Industry
Applied in the manufacture of pharmaceutical intermediates and active compounds.
Explosives Manufacturing
Used in nitration processes for producing industrial explosives and energetic compounds.
Electronics Industry
Utilized in semiconductor processing, etching, and surface treatment applications.
Chemical Properties
- Molecular Weight: 63.01 g/mol
- Physical State: Clear to pale yellow liquid
- Solubility: Completely miscible in water
- Reactivity: Strong oxidizing and nitrating agent
Packing details:
- 35 Kg Cans
- 50 Kg Cans
- 250 Kg Drums
- 300 Kg Drums
- 1650 Kg IBC
Technical Specification
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow liquid |
| Density | As per concentration |
| pH | Strongly acidic |
| Odor | Sharp, acrid odour |
