Product Overview
Glacial Acetic Acid is a professional acid & solvent supplied by QLQ for zipper, hardware and metal-finishing plants. Standard packing: 500G/BOTTLE. Regular supply for customers in Bangladesh, Pakistan, India and other markets, with export-standard packing and documentation.
Product Identity (Encyclopaedia Card)
| Property | Value |
|---|
| Chemical name | Glacial Acetic Acid |
| Chemical formula | CH3COOH |
| CAS number | 64-19-7 |
| Appearance | Colourless clear liquid with pungent odour |
| Grade / type | 99.8% glacial |
| Standard packing | 25 L HDPE jerry can; 200 L plastic drum |
What it is and what it does. Glacial acetic acid is used as a pH buffer and mild acid in nickel and zinc baths, and as the acid component of acetate-based make-up systems.
- 99.8% colourless liquid with a pungent odour; the freezing point is about 17 C, so it can solidify in an unheated store.
- In nickel baths a small amount acts with the boric acid as part of the buffer system.
- It is flammable, with a flash point of about 39 C, and corrosive in concentrated form.
Typical Use in a Plating / Finishing Line
| Item | Typical guidance |
|---|
| Nickel bath buffer | 10-20 g/L, sometimes in place of part of the boric acid |
| Acid adjustment | Added against the pH reading |
| Note | Store above 17 C or warm the drum before pumping |
Safety, Handling & Storage
| Item | Requirement |
|---|
| Hazard classification | Flammable liquid (GHS02, flash point 39 C) + corrosive (GHS05) |
| Personal protective equipment | Chemical goggles or face shield, acid-resistant gloves, apron; use with local exhaust and no ignition sources |
| Spill / first aid | Remove ignition sources, ventilate, absorb with inert material, neutralise the residue and collect; do not wash into drains |
| Storage | Cool, ventilated, fire-segregated store away from oxidisers; keep containers closed and upright, protect from frost in winter |
| Transport | Classified and packed according to IATA/IMDG for the hazard class; UN number and packing group stated on the shipping documents |
Quality Documents Shipped With Every Batch
| Document | Comment |
|---|
| COA (certificate of analysis) | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
| MSDS (safety data sheet) | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
| Packing list | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
| Commercial invoice | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
| Certificate of origin on request | Provided with the shipment; batch traceable to the production date |
Buyer Questions We Answer Every Week
| Question | Answer |
|---|
| Why is the drum solid in winter? | The material freezes at about 17 C; warm the store or the drum gently before use. |
| Is it the same as vinegar? | Only in chemistry - vinegar is about 5%, this is 99.8% and is a flammable corrosive liquid. |
| Product Name | Glacial Acetic Acid |
| Category | Acid & Solvent |
| Standard Packing | 500G/BOTTLE |
| Net Weight | 500 G per bottle |
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow liquid |
| MOQ | 1 drum / 1 bag |
| Delivery | 7-15 days after payment confirmation |
Key Specifications
| Item | Value |
|---|
| Purity / Assay | Industrial grade, COA available on request |
| Packaging Material | Plastic drum, sealed |
| Shelf Life | 12 months in sealed original packing |
| Origin | China |
| Documents | COA, MSDS, packing list, commercial invoice |
Packing & Storage
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|
| Temperature | 5-35 °C, away from direct sunlight |
| Humidity | Dry, ventilated warehouse; keep sealed against moisture |
| Stacking | Max 4 layers for drums, follow pallet markings for bags |
| Shelf Check | FEFO - first expired, first out |
Precautions
- Wear chemical-resistant gloves and safety goggles when handling
- Read MSDS before first use; keep away from incompatible materials
- Spill: collect with inert absorbent, do not wash into drains
- Store locked, out of reach of untrained personnel
FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|
| Can you provide COA / MSDS? | Yes, COA and MSDS are provided with every shipment. |
| What is the MOQ? | MOQ is 1 bag / 1 drum. Mixed loading of different chemicals is accepted. |
| Do you provide dosing guidance? | Yes, QLQ engineers provide free bath set-up and dosing consultation based on Hull-cell results. |
| How about shipping? | 7-15 days by sea or air depending on quantity and destination port. |
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