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Acetic Acid

冰醋酸
PRD-00045 China
ISO 9001 HACCP Halal NON-GMO

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

Quantities, Incoterm and destination port are confirmed on quotation. Request a quote for a firm price.

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

ItemStandard / LimitUnitTest 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

Textile & Leather

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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