Nitric Acid – Strong Mineral Acid and Industrial Reagent

🧪 CAS Number: 7697-37-2

🌟 Product Description

Nitric acid is a colorless to yellowish liquid mineral acid with a sharp, suffocating odor. Known for its strong oxidizing properties, it is widely used in fertilizers, explosives, dyes, metal processing, and chemical industries. Due to its high purity, it is suitable for both laboratory and industrial applications.

🏭 Applications

🌱 Fertilizer production (ammonium nitrate)

💥 Explosives and pyrotechnics

⚙️ Metal surface cleaning and etching

🎨 Dye and pigment manufacturing

⚗️ Organic and inorganic syntheses

📊 Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance: Colorless – yellowish liquid

Odor: Sharp, suffocating

Molecular Formula: HNO3

Molecular Weight: 63.01 g/mol

Density (20 °C): ~1.50 g/cm³

Boiling Point: ~83 °C

Solubility: Fully soluble in water

⚠️ Storage & Safety

Nitric acid is a highly powerful oxidizer. It should be kept away from combustible materials, metals, and organic compounds. Use protective gloves, goggles, and ensure proper ventilation during handling. Vapors should not be inhaled.

🔑 Keywords

nitric acid, CAS 7697-37-2, mineral acid, fertilizer production, explosive raw material, chemical synthesis

📛 Other Names

Aqua Fortis, Azotic Acid