Acetic Acid
| Formula: | C₂H₄O₂ |
| EC Number (EINECS): | 200-580-7 |
| HS Code: | 29152100 |
| UN Number: | 2789 (for transport of Glacial Acetic Acid) |
| IUPAC Name: | Ethanoic Acid |
| Also Known As: | Vinegar Acid; Glacial Acetic Acid; Methanecarboxylic Acid |
| Molecular Weight, g/mol: | 60.05 |
Typical Specifications
| Appearance: | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odor: | Strong, pungent, vinegar-like |
| Melting Point, °C: | 16.6 |
| Boiling Point, °C: | 118.1 |
| Density, g/cm³ (at 20°C): | 1.049 |
| Flash Point, °C: | 39 |
| Refractive Index (20°C): | 1.371 |
| Solubility: | Miscible with water, ethanol, ether |
| pH (1% solution): | ~2.4 |
| Vapor Pressure (at 20°C): | 15.7 mmHg |
| Purity, %: | 99.5–99.9 |
| Grades Available: | Glacial, Technical, FCC (Food Grade) |
| Packaging: | 25kg & 50kg HDPE carboys, 200kg drums, 1000kg IBC, bulk tank |
Applications / Uses
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Primary Applications:
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Production of vinyl acetate monomer (VAM), acetic anhydride, and ester solvents
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Manufacture of terephthalic acid and acetate fibers
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Secondary Applications:
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Food industry as acidity regulator and preservative (E260)
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Pharmaceuticals and cosmetics as pH adjuster
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Cleaning agents and descaling solutions
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Textile dyeing and printing
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End Industries Served: Chemical, Food & Beverage, Pharma, Textile, Plastic, Agrochemical, Cleaning
Safety & Handling Information
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Hazard Class (GHS): Flammable liquid (Category 3), Skin Corrosive (Category 1A)
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Hazard Statements (H-Codes):
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H226: Flammable liquid and vapor
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H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
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Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):
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P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection
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P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES – rinse cautiously with water for several minutes
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Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area; keep container tightly closed
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Transport Information:
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ADR/RID: Class 8, Packing Group II
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IMDG: Class 8, UN2789, Marine Pollutant – No
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IATA: Class 8, UN2789
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Regulatory Information
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REACH Status (EU): Registered
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FDA Approval: Approved as food additive (E260)
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ISO Certification: Available on request (ISO 9001, ISO 22000 for food grade)
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Country Standards: Meets BIS / ASTM standards depending on grade
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Additional Information
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Shelf Life: 2 years (under recommended storage)
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Country of Origin: [To be filled by supplier – e.g., India, China, EU]
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Typical Packaging Sizes: 25kg, 50kg, 200kg, 1000kg IBC, bulk ISO tank
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Storage Temperature: 15–30°C recommended