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Description of ACETIC ACID

ACETIC ACID, also known as Ethanoic Acid, is a chemical compound found in many different products. It’s perhaps most well-known as the main component of vinegar, apart from water, and is thought to supply ingredients like apple cider vinegar with many of their health-promoting properties. Chemically speaking, the acetic acid formula is C2H4O2, which can also be written as CH3COOH or CH3CO2H. Because of the presence of a carbon atom in the CH₃COOH structure, it’s considered an organic compound. The acetic acid density is about 1.05 grams/cm³; compared to other compounds like nitric acid, sulfuric acid or formic acid, the density of acetic acid is quite a bit lower. Conversely, the acetic acid melting point is significantly higher than many other acids, and the ethanoic acid molar mass and acetic acid boiling point tend to fall right about in the middle.

ethanoic acid, also known as ethanoic acid, is a simple carboxylic acid with the chemical formula CH₃COOH. It is a key component of vinegar and has various industrial and household uses. Here are the key aspects of acetic acid:

        Properties:

  • Appearance : Colorless liquid
  • Odor : Characteristic pungent, vinegar-like smell
  • Molecular Weight : 60.05 g/mol
  • Boiling Point : 118°C (244°F)
  • Melting Point : 16.6°C (61.9°F)
  • Density : 1.049 g/cm³ at 25°C
  • Solubility : Miscible with water, alcohols, and many other organic solvents

Chemical Structure:

  • Molecular Formula : CH₃COOH
  • Structural Formula :

H|H-C-C=O|H OH

Uses of Ethanoic Acid

  1. Food Industry :
    –  Vinegar : ethanoic acid is the main component of vinegar, which is used as a condiment and preservative.
    –  Food Additive : Used as an acidity regulator (E260) in various food products.
  2. Chemical Industry :
    –  Production of Acetate Esters : Used in the production of solvents like ethyl acetate and butyl acetate.
    –  Chemical Intermediate : Involved in the manufacture of various chemicals such as acetic anhydride, vinyl acetate, and glacial acetic acid.
    –  Plastic Production : Used in the production of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic and other polymers.
  3. Textile Industry :
    –  Dyeing and Printing : Used in the dyeing and printing of textiles to adjust the pH and enhance color fastness.
  4. Medical Uses :
    –  Antiseptic : Used in diluted form as an antiseptic and to treat ear infections.
    –  Pharmaceuticals : Used as a reagent in the synthesis of various drugs and pharmaceuticals.
  5. Household Uses :
    –  Cleaning Agent : Commonly used in household cleaning products due to its ability to dissolve mineral deposits, grease, and grime.
    –  Descaling Agent : Used to remove limescale from kettles, coffee makers, and other appliances.
  6. Agriculture :
    –  Pesticide : Used in some formulations as a herbicide and pesticide.
    –  Silage Preservative : Helps preserve silage by inhibiting bacterial growth.

ACETIC ACID

 Safety and Handling:

  • Corrosive : Concentrated acetic acid is corrosive and can cause skin burns, eye damage, and respiratory irritation.
  • Flammable : ethanoic acid is flammable and should be handled with care, away from open flames and sources of ignition.
  • Storage : Should be stored in a cool, well-ventilated area, in containers made of materials resistant to corrosion.

Environmental Impact:

  • Biodegradability : ethanoic acid is readily biodegradable and does not persist in the environment.
  • Ecotoxicity : In high concentrations, it can be harmful to aquatic life.

PACKING of Acetic Acid

  • BULK
  • 220 PE DRUM

Specification of Acetic Acid

Physical Form Liquid
Packaging HDPE plastic bottle
Vapor Density 2.1
pH 2.5
Boiling Point 117°C
Molecular Formula C2H4O2
Formula Weight 60.05g/mol
Nickel (Ni) ≤0.1ppm
Vapor Pressure 1.52kPa at 20°C
Melting Point 16°C
Color Colorless

 

Specification of Acetic Acid

Specification of Acetic Acid

 

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET OF ACID ACETIC

 

NO TEST METHOD RESULT LIMIT(SPEC)
1 Appearance MAP-SM111 Clear; free from matter in suspention Clear; free from matter in suspention
2 Purity (WT%) MAP-70014 Greater than 99.85 Min 99.85
3 Water (WT%) ASTM-D1364 Less than 0.15 Max 0.15
4 Formic ACID (WT%) ASTM-D3546 Less than 0.050 Max 0.050
5 Density@20℃ kg/lit ASTM-D1298 1.048-1.051 1.048-1.051
6 Acetaldehyde (WT%) ASTM-D2191 Less than 0.02 Max 0.02
7 Permanganate Time@20℃, hours ASTM-70019 Greater than 2 hours Min 2 hours
8 Crystallization point ASTM-D1493 Greater than 16.35 ℃ Min 16.35℃
9 Sulphates (as SO4) MAP-70021 Less than 1PPM Max 1PPM
10 Chloride (as CL) MAP-70020 Less than 1 PPM Max 1PPM
11 Total Iron (ppm) ASTM-E394 Less than 1.0 Max 1.0
12 Propionic Acid (WT%) M602.515 Less than 0.010 Max 0.010
13 Non volatile matter (WT%) ASTM-D1353 Less than 0.003 Max 0.003
14 Heavy metals (as Pb) Determination by Atomic Absorption Less than 0.5 Max 0.5 PPM
15 Color (APHA) ASTM-D1209 Below 10 APHA Max 10 APHA

 

ACETIC ACID

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET OF ACID ACETIC