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Glacial Acetic Acid
Glacial Acetic Acid
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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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What Would You Like to Solve?
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Specifying Glacial Acetic Acid for your line
Chemical fit is decided by the bath, not by the label. Send these four items and we confirm the operating window before you buy.
- Current bath: supplier, TDS and working concentration.
- Process: rack or barrel, temperature, current density.
- Substrate: zinc alloy, steel, brass or ABS.
- Complaint: the defect you are trying to solve, with photos.
| What you send | What you get back |
|---|---|
| Part drawing or sample | Compatibility check and recommended settings |
| Output target per shift | Capacity, tank or rack count, manpower |
| Finish spec with tolerance | Control points and acceptance tests |
| Site conditions (power, water, space) | Layout proposal and utility requirements |
Buying questions we answer most
Is the SDS available before we order?
Yes. SDS and COA are issued per lot. Tell us the destination country so the SDS is supplied in the required format and language.
Can we get a trial quantity first?
Yes. Trial packs are quoted separately and shipped with the analytical method, so your lab can verify the material against the current bath before switching.
What packing and shelf life should we expect?
Standard export packing in drums or jerry cans with inner liner. Shelf life depends on the product - typically 12 months in a closed container, stored away from heat and direct sunlight.
How is it shipped - is it dangerous goods?
Some products are classed as dangerous goods and need the correct UN packing and documentation. We confirm the classification and the shipping route before quoting freight.
Can you match a competitor's additive?
Send the TDS and a bath sample. We compare the operating window and analytical method, then run a Hull cell panel before recommending a replacement.
Put Glacial Acetic Acid into a process
- Process overview - how each stage connects
- Plating workshop - rack and barrel line layout
- Painting workshop - spray, cure and colour control
- Product overview - what else the line needs
