Nitric Acid

Chemical FormulaHNO₃
CAS Number7697-37-2
EC Number231-714-2

Description

Nitric acid is a strong mineral acid and primary feedstock for the global fertilizer industry. Chemxid OÜ supplies technical and concentrated grades.

Physical Properties

Appearance: Colourless to slightly yellow liquid Concentration: typically 56–68% Density: 1.35–1.41 g/cm³ Boiling point: 120°C (68% azeotrope) Miscibility: Fully miscible with water

Industrial Applications

• Ammonium nitrate fertilizer production • Explosives manufacturing • Metal etching and pickling (stainless steel) • Pharmaceutical synthesis • Polyurethane production (adipic acid, TDI intermediate) • Surface treatment of metals

Quality & Standards

REACH compliant. Documentation: TDS, SDS, certificates of analysis available on request. Quality meets industrial specifications.

Delivery Terms

Direct supply from manufacturing facilities to customer site. Incoterms 2020: EXW, FCA, DAP, CPT. Standard lead time 5–10 business days within Europe and beyond.

Safety & Handling

Highly corrosive and strong oxidiser. UN2031, Class 8, PG II. PPE: full chemical protection. Reacts violently with organic materials.

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