Glacial Acetic Acid
CAS # 64-19-7
Glacial Acetic Acid is a high-purity, concentrated form of acetic acid widely used as a chemical intermediate, solvent, and processing aid for industrial, pharmaceutical, textile, food, and specialty manufacturing applications.
Description:
Glacial Acetic Acid is a concentrated, water-free form of acetic acid valued for its strong solvency, precise acidity control, and broad chemical versatility. It is widely used as a raw material, solvent, and processing aid and plays a critical role in chemical manufacturing, textiles, pharmaceuticals, coatings, food processing, and industrial cleaning. With consistent purity and predictable performance, Glacial Acetic Acid supports efficient production and high-quality outcomes across diverse applications.
General Properties:
Molecular Formula: C₂H₄O₂
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Boiling Point: ~118 °C
Solubility: Miscible with water and most organic solvents
Applications:
Chemical Manufacturing & Intermediates
A key feedstock in producing acetic anhydride, vinyl acetate monomer (VAM), acetate esters, and numerous specialty chemicals.
Pharmaceuticals & Fine Chemicals
Used as a solvent, reagent, and pH-adjusting agent in API production and pharmaceutical formulations.
Textiles & Dyes
Essential in dyeing, finishing, and acetate fiber production, supporting color consistency and process control.
Food Processing
Used as an acidulant, preservative, and processing aid in food and beverage applications under regulated conditions.
Coatings, Adhesives & Inks
Functions as a solvent and formulation component in paints, coatings, inks, and adhesives.
Industrial Cleaning & Water Treatment
Effective for scale removal, pH adjustment, and metal surface treatment in industrial systems.
Advantages:
High Purity & Consistent Quality: Delivers reliable acidity and performance for sensitive and large-scale chemical processes.
Excellent Solvent Properties: Dissolves a wide range of organic and inorganic compounds, improving formulation flexibility.
Broad Industry Versatility: Used across chemicals, pharmaceuticals, textiles, food, and industrial processing—reducing sourcing complexity.
Predictable Handling & Reactivity: Supports precise process control and repeatable results.
Safety & Handling:
Glacial Acetic Acid is a corrosive and flammable liquid and must be handled with appropriate industrial safety measures.
Causes severe skin and eye irritation or burns
Vapors may irritate respiratory tract
Flammable at elevated temperatures
Packaging and Delivery:
Domestic supply available
Packaged in 275kg totes
Bulk truck loads available
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