Hydrochloric Acid
Hydrochloric Acid
Inorganic Chemical Solution
Hydrochloric acid is a strong inorganic acid with the chemical formula HCl. It appears as a clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid with a sharp, pungent odor. The acid is highly corrosive and readily soluble in water.
It is commercially produced by dissolving hydrogen chloride gas in water. Hydrochloric acid is widely used in metal processing, chemical manufacturing, water treatment, food processing, and pH control applications.
Physical & Chemical Properties
HCl
30% – 35%
Clear Liquid
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Hydrochloric Acid
Product Specifications| Specifications | Range |
|---|---|
| Acidity as HCl | Min. 30.0% |
| Iron (as Fe) | Max. 0.005% |
| Free Chlorine (Cl₂ & Br₂ as HCl) | Max. 0.001% |
| Specific Gravity at 30°C | Min. 1.150 |
| Appearance | Clear |
| Specifications | Range |
|---|---|
| Acidity as HCl | Min. 34.67% |
| Iron (as Fe) | Max. 0.001% |
Hydrochloric Acid
Hydrochloric Acid Applications
Hydrochloric acid is widely used in chemical manufacturing as a reagent and catalyst in the production of organic and inorganic compounds, including chlorides and intermediates.
Hydrochloric acid is used in oil and gas operations for acidizing wells, removing drilling damage, and improving oil and gas flow rates.
In the steel industry, hydrochloric acid is used for pickling to remove rust, scale, and oxides from steel surfaces prior to further processing and coating.
It is used in the pharmaceutical industry for manufacturing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), adjusting pH, and producing hydrochloride salts of drugs.
Hydrochloric acid is used in water treatment plants to control pH levels, regenerate ion exchange resins, and remove scale from pipes and equipment.
Hydrochloric acid is applied in metal processing for surface cleaning, etching, and removal of oxides prior to electroplating and galvanizing.
In the food industry, hydrochloric acid is used for starch modification, sugar refining, and pH control in food processing and production systems.
In laboratories, hydrochloric acid is commonly used as a strong acid reagent for chemical analysis, titration, and experimental research applications.