Phosphoric Acid
CAS# 7664-38-2
Property
- Appearance
- Color
- Assay as H3PO4
- Chloride (Cl)
- Sulfate (SO4)
- Heavy Metals (as Pb)
- Arsenic (as As)
- Iron (Fe)
- Fluoride (as F)
Unit
- %
- ppm
- ppm
- ppm
- ppm
- ppm
- ppm
Specification
- Transparent colorless sticky liquid
- 20 Maximum
- 75 Minimum
- 5 Maximum
- 50 Maximum
- 10 Maximum
- 1 Maximum
- 10 Maximum
- 10 Maximum
Application
Phosphoric Acid is a relatively mild acid compared to hydrochloric, nitric, and sulfuric acids, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. It is widely used in the production of phosphate salts for applications such as plant nutrition, water treatment, and metal finishing. Beyond this, phosphoric acid serves as a food additive, a metal cleaner, and a key component in water treatment processes. With its ability to remain liquid at temperatures as low as 0.5 °F, along with its low volatility and stability at elevated temperatures, it offers both versatility and reliability across diverse uses.
Grades Available
Industrial grade, Technical, FCC Kosher
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Packaging
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Synonyms
Orthophosphoric Acid, Trihydroxidooxidophosphorus
Molecular Formula
H3PO4
Market Segment
Food & Beverage, Construction, Water Treatment, Agriculture, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Plastics
Product Uses
Animal Feed, Body Wash, Ceramics, Cheese, Corrosion Inhibitor, Detergents, Fertilizer, Flame Retardant, Flocculant, Food Additive, Hair Care, Lard & Shortening, Mouthwash, Nail Care, Petroleum, Skin Care, Teeth Whitening, Toothpaste, Yeast, Aluminum Brightener, Anti Ageing Creams & Lotions, Boiler Water Treatment, Bubble Bath, Buffer, Cleaning Compounds, Conditioners, Descaling, Hair Colorants, Hair Conditioners, I & I Cleaners, Metal Cleaners, Metal Finishing, Phosphatizing, Plastics, Potable Water Treatment, Refractories, Shampoo, Shower Gels, Water Treatment