Hydrochloric Acid – Strong Mineral Acid

🧪 CAS Number: 7647-01-0

🌟 Product Description

Hydrochloric acid is a colorless to light yellow, pungent mineral acid with strong corrosive properties. It is widely used in steel pickling, pH control, metal processing, chemical synthesis, and the food industry. Its high solubility and reactivity make it one of the most essential industrial chemicals.

🏭 Applications

⚙️ Steel surface pickling

💧 pH adjustment and water treatment

⚗️ Chemical synthesis and reactions

🍽️ Food additive and processing

🧴 Detergent and cleaning production

📊 Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance: Colorless to light yellow liquid

Odor: Sharp, acidic odor

Molecular Formula: HCl

Molecular Weight: 36.46 g/mol

Concentration: 30% – 37% commercial solution common

Boiling Point: ~110 °C (at ~35% solution)

Density (20 °C): ~1.18 g/cm³ (at 37% solution)

Solubility: Fully miscible with water

⚠️ Storage & Safety

Hydrochloric acid is highly corrosive. Its vapors must not be inhaled and direct contact with skin and eyes must be avoided. It should be stored in plastic or stainless-steel tanks in cool, dry, and well-ventilated areas. Protective gloves, goggles, and masks must be used during handling.

🔑 Keywords

hydrochloric acid, CAS 7647-01-0, mineral acid, pH regulator, steel pickling, industrial chemicals

📛 Other Names

Muriatic Acid, Hydrogen Chloride Solution