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| CAS Number: | 7697-37-2 |
| HS Code: | 28080010 |
| Molecular Formula: | NaOH |
| Origin: | India |
Nitric Acid (HNO3) is a highly corrosive, strong acid with a colorless to pale yellow appearance, depending on concentration. It is one of the most important industrial chemicals. Here’s a general description and summary of its usage.
Nitric Acid (HNO3) is produced by the reaction of water with nitrogen dioxide (NO2). Nitric acid is a strong toxic mineral acid and has extremely high corrosive properties. It has the chemical formula HNO3. Nitric acid is also recognized as the spirit of aqua fortis and niter. Nitric acid is colourless in pure form but if it gets older then it will turn into a yellow cast.
Nitric acid could cause severe skin burn if it came under human contact. It reacts with oxides, hydroxides, and metals to form nitrate salts.
Nitric acid is utilized as a powerful oxidizing agent. Approximately the pH of nitric acid is 3.01. Nitric acid is associated with the group of inorganic acids.
| Parameter | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | HNO₃ | |
| Molecular Weight | 63.01 g/mol | |
| Appearance | Colorless to yellow liquid, with a pungent odor. | |
| Density | Approximately 1.51 g/cm³ (for concentrated nitric acid). | |
| Boiling Point | 83°C (181.4°F) for concentrated nitric acid. | |
| Solubility | Miscible with water. |
Nitric acid is primarily used in the production of ammonium nitrate (a key ingredient in fertilizers), which is essential for the agricultural industry.
It plays a crucial role in manufacturing explosives, particularly trinitrotoluene (TNT) and other nitrate-based explosives.
It is used in the pickling and passivation of stainless steel and other metals, where it removes oxidation and scales from metal surfaces.
Nitric acid is involved in the production of a range of nitrogen-based chemicals, such as nitrobenzene, adipic acid and hydrazine.
Nitric acid is used in rocket propellants and various military applications due to its explosive properties when combined with other substances.
It is used as an oxidizing agent in various chemical reactions, such as in the production of nitro compounds and organic synthesis.
n laboratories, nitric acid is often used for titration and as a reagent in the preparation of other chemicals, as well as in cleaning and etching materials.
It is used in electronics manufacturing and engraving as a part of the process for cleaning, etching or treating metal surfaces.
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| Product Name | Nitric Acid |
| Synonyms | Aqua Fortis; Azotic Acid; nitric acid 68-70%, nitric acid 50-55%, nitric 60-62% |
| Company Identification | The Bttco Overseas 6, Ashirvad Complex, Nr. Sardar Patel Seva Samaj Hall, Navarangpura, Ahmedabad-380009 Gujarat, India |
| Company Phone Number | +91-79-26467891 |
| Emergency Phone Number | +91-9426596891 |
| Eye Contact | Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately. |
| Skin Contact | In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately. |
| Inhalation | Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician. |
| Ingestion | DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING! Give large quantities of water or milk if available. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately. |
The BTTCO Group, provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no Representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to The appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its Appropriateness for a particular purpose. The bttco group makes no representations or Warranties, either express or implied, including without limitation any warranties Of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the Information set forth herein or the product to which the information refers. Accordingly, the bttco group will not be responsible for damages resulting from Use of or reliance upon this information.
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