Glacial Acetic Acid

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