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Hydrofluoric Acid
Hydrofluoric Acid
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Product description
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Product Overview
Hydrofluoric Acid is a professional acid & solvent supplied by QLQ for zipper, hardware and metal-finishing plants. Standard packing: 30KG/DRUM. 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 | Hydrofluoric Acid |
| Chemical formula | HF |
| CAS number | 7664-39-3 |
| Appearance | Colourless fuming liquid |
| Grade / type | 55% / 70% technical grade |
| Standard packing | 25 L HDPE jerry can; 200 L plastic drum |
What it is and what it does. Hydrofluoric acid is used to etch and brighten aluminium, to activate titanium and to remove silicate and sand-type soils. It is also the fluoride source of some aluminium pretreatment and de-oxidising baths.
- Colourless fuming liquid, usually supplied as 55% or 70%; it dissolves glass, which is why plastic and PTFE equipment is used.
- Its burns are delayed and extremely painful, and the fluoride ion attacks calcium in the body - this is the one acid that requires special first aid provisions.
- Storage and dosing must be in HDPE or PTFE, never in glass.
Typical Use in a Plating / Finishing Line
| Item | Typical guidance |
|---|---|
| Aluminium bright dip | As specified by the process, normally in an acid mixture |
| Titanium activation | 1-5% with controlled time |
| Control | Fluoride by titration; concentration checked every shift |
Safety, Handling & Storage
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Hazard classification | Corrosive (GHS05) + acute toxicity (GHS06) — causes deep, delayed burns; fluoride ion attacks bone and nerves |
| Personal protective equipment | Full face shield, nitrile or neoprene gloves, apron and boots; supplied-air or approved acid-gas respirator; calcium gluconate gel must be available on site |
| Spill / first aid | Evacuate, ventilate, neutralise with lime or sodium carbonate; wash affected skin with copious water and apply calcium gluconate gel, then seek medical attention immediately |
| Storage | Sealed HDPE containers in a locked, ventilated acid store, away from glass, alkalis and cyanides; dedicated spill kit and eyewash at the point of use |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| What first aid equipment do I need? | Calcium gluconate gel at the work station, an eyewash and a safety shower, and staff trained in their use. |
| Which material for the tank and lines? | HDPE, PP, PTFE and PVDF; never glass or stainless steel. |
| Product Name | Hydrofluoric Acid |
| Category | Acid & Solvent |
| Standard Packing | 30KG/DRUM |
| Net Weight | 30 KG per drum |
| 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 Hydrofluoric 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 Hydrofluoric 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
