Acetic Acid
Acetic acid, also known as ethanoic acid, is a weak organic acid commonly used in the dyeing process of fabrics. It is used as a mordant, which is a substance that helps to fix dyes onto fabrics.
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Commercial Terms
- Minimum order quantity
- 500 kg
- Lead time
- 10-12 days
- HS code
- 291521
- Country of origin
- China
- Packaging
- 30 kg HDPE jerrycans, 215 kg HDPE drums or 1,050 kg IBC; approx. 20 MT per 20' FCL; dangerous goods
- Storage conditions
- Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place in the original sealed container, away from oxidising agents.
- Shelf life
- 24 months
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Specification
Physical Properties
- Physical Form
- Liquid
- Appearance / Color
- Clear, colourless to pale yellow liquid
- Solubility
- Water Soluble
- Odor
- Pungent
Chemical / Quality
- Grade
- Food Grade
- Purity / Assay
- 99.5% min glacial
- CAS Number
- 64-19-7
Compliance & Handling
- GMO Status
- Non-GMO
- Allergen Status
- Allergen-Free
- Storage
- Cool & Dry
- Shelf Life
- 24 months
Application / Intended Use
Acetic acid is a raw material and a process chemical. Textile mills use it to neutralise alkali after scouring and to adjust dye-bath pH; the food industry uses food-grade dilutions as a preservative and acidulant; chemical plants use it to make vinyl acetate, acetic anhydride and acetate esters. It is corrosive and ships as regulated cargo.
Specification Parameters
| Item | Standard / Limit | Unit | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical & Chemical | |||
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid | Visual | |
| Assay | ≥ 99.5 | % | Titration |
| Colour | ≤ 10 | Hazen | GB/T 3143 |
| Water | ≤ 0.15 | % | GB/T 1628 |
| Formic acid | ≤ 0.05 | % | GB/T 1628 |
| Acetaldehyde | ≤ 0.03 | % | GB/T 1628 |
| Evaporation residue | ≤ 0.01 | % | GB/T 1628 |
| Other | |||
| Transport classification | UN 2789, Class 8 (3), Packing Group II | IMDG / ADR | |
Applications by Industry
In the Textile & Leather industry, Modified Acetic Acid is valued as a organic acid that helps enable efficient bio-polishing, desizing, scouring and finishing. It supports sustainable, water- and energy-saving processing in textile and leather plants. Rawplex supplies it with full COA/TDS documentation, consistent quality and worldwide export support.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acetic Acid?
Acetic acid, also known as ethanoic acid, is a weak organic acid commonly used in the dyeing process of fabrics. It is used as a mordant, which is a substance that helps to fix dyes onto fabrics.
What is Acetic Acid used for?
Acetic acid is a raw material and a process chemical. Textile mills use it to neutralise alkali after scouring and to adjust dye-bath pH; the food industry uses food-grade dilutions as a preservative and acidulant; chemical plants use it to make vinyl acetate, acetic anhydride and acetate esters. It is corrosive and ships as regulated cargo.
What is the CAS number for Acetic Acid?
The CAS number is 64-19-7.
What is the HS code for Acetic Acid?
It is classified under HS code 291521. Confirm the full tariff line with your customs broker, as the last digits vary by country of import.
What is the minimum order quantity for Acetic Acid?
The minimum order quantity is 500 kg. Smaller trial quantities can be arranged on request.
What is the lead time for Acetic Acid?
Typical lead time is 10-12 days from order confirmation, subject to stock and destination.
How is Acetic Acid packaged?
30 kg HDPE jerrycans, 215 kg HDPE drums or 1,050 kg IBC; approx. 20 MT per 20' FCL; dangerous goods
What purity is Acetic Acid supplied at?
Standard specification is 99.5% min glacial. A Certificate of Analysis stating the actual batch values is issued with every shipment.
How should Acetic Acid be stored, and what is its shelf life?
Store cool_dry. Shelf life is 24 months in unopened original packaging.
Where is Acetic Acid sourced from?
It is sourced from China. Rawplex exports worldwide by sea or air with full documentation.
What certifications apply to Acetic Acid?
ISO 9001, HACCP, Halal, NON-GMO. A batch-specific Certificate of Analysis is issued with every shipment, and MSDS and technical datasheets are available on request.
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