Hydrochloric Acid (HCL)
HS Code: 28061000
CAS No.: 7647-01-0
General Description
Hydrochloric Acid (HCl) is a strong, inorganic acid that is very corrosive and commonly applies in various industrial industries.
It is a gas (hydrogen chloride gas) dissolved in water which is chemically represented in the formula HCl.
Hydrochloric acid is a clear and yellowish-brown liquid that possesses a sharp and pungent smell.
It is a highly reactive and acidic substance, thus the importance of the chemical in the manufacturing of chemicals, metal work, and water purification, and other industrial uses all over the world.
It is one of the most used industrial acids all over the world.
Due to its corrosive nature, hydrochloric acid can inflict serious injuries when it gets in contact with the skin, eyes or respiratory system.
It is highly reactive to metals and can give out flammable hydrogen gases thus it should be handled and kept properly.
Key Properties of Hydrochloric Acid
- Chemical Formula: HCl
- Appearance: It is usually clear, but sometimes it looks slightly yellow.
- Odor: Strong and pungent.
- Characteristics: very corrosive and reactive.
- Solubility: Totally dissolves itself in water.
- Packaging: Plastic packaging to avoid corrosion of metals.
Grades Available
Hydrochloric Acid is supplied in multiple grades to meet diverse industrial requirements:
- Industrial Grade
- Technical Grade
- Reagent / Laboratory Grade
- Food Processing Grade
- Recovered Grade
Note: Commercial grades may show a slight yellowish tint due to trace impurities such as dissolved iron.
Safety, Handling & Storage
Due to its hazardous nature, Hydrochloric Acid must be handled with extreme care:
- Use appropriate PPE: gloves, goggles, face shields, masks, and protective clothing
- Always handle in a well-ventilated area or under a fume hood
- Avoiding inhalation of vapours and direct contact with skin or eyes.
- Keep in plastic containers which are not susceptible to corrosion.
- Well marked containers, easily identified.
- Follow applicable MSDS and safety guidelines
Applications & Uses
Hydrochloric Acid is extensively used across multiple industries, including but not limited to:
Chemical & Manufacturing Industries
- Production of organic compounds such as vinyl chloride and dichloromethane
- Manufacturing of PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) and synthetic rubber
- Production of polyurethane foam, glue, and gelatin
- Preparation of aqua regia for dissolving noble metals like gold and platinum
Steel & Metal Processing
- Pickling of steel to eliminate rust, scale and surface impurities.
- Iron, copper and metal cleaning and descaling.
- Necessary in the production of high-quality steel in construction and manufacture of vehicles.
Water & Wastewater Treatment
- pH regulation and neutralization.
- Water treatment chemicals preparation.
- Ion-exchange resin regeneration by the extraction of cationic accumulation.
Oil & Gas Industry
- Oil well acidizing to enhance permeability
- Creation of big pore structures in rock formations to enhance oil exploitation.
Textile & Leather Industry
- Bleaching of textiles
- Processing and tanning of leather
Food & Pharmaceutical Industry
- pH adjustment in food products, beverages, and pharmaceutical formulations
- Additive in corn syrup, in glucose, cookies, sauces, ketchup, tinned goods.
- Helps to stabilize flavor and to preserve spoilage.
Household & Industrial Cleaning
- Bathroom and kitchen cleaning agents.
- Cleaning and decontaminating surfaces.
- Plays a role of slimicide in paper production to inhibit the formation of slime.
Other Industrial Uses
- Production of calcium chloride by reacting with limestone (used for de-icing, food stabilization, and antimicrobial applications)
- Battery manufacturing, photoflash bulbs, fireworks
- Construction chemicals and the manufacture of gelatin.
Packaging Options
Hydrochloric Acid is available in multiple bulk packaging options to suit B2B requirements:
- 40 Kg Jerry Can
- 275 Kg Drum
- 1150 Kg IBC
- Bulk supply on request
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- Consistent and reliable quality
- Competitive pricing for bulk orders
- Customized packaging and logistics support
- Global supply capability
- Strict quality control and compliance standards
- Dedicated technical and commercial support
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