Product Overview
Acetic Acid, Glacial, Reagent, ACS
Molecular Formula: C2H4O2
CAS Number: 64-19-7
Molecular Weight: 60.05
Acetic Acid, Glacial, Reagent, ACS, also known under the name ethanoic acid, it is an organic compound and a colorless liquid. It has a distinctive sour taste and pungent smell. It is the main component of Vinegar after water (8% by volume). Classified as a weak Acid, when concentrated it is corrosive and can attack the skin. In its Glacial form (undiluted), it is used as a polar protic solvent. As a solvent it is used for purification by recrystallization of organic compounds and in the production of terephtalic acid. As an ACS grade Reagent, ScienceLab Acetic Acid has met the toughest regulatory standards for quality and purity.
| TEST | MIN | MAX |
|---|---|---|
| APPEARANCE | ||
| ASSAY (CH3COOH) | 99.7 % | |
| COLOR (APHA) | 10 | |
| DILUTION TEST | TO PASS TEST | |
| RESIDUE AFTER EVAPORATION | 0.001 % | |
| ACETIC ANHYDRIDE | 0.01 % | |
| CHLORIDE (Cl) | 1 ppm | |
| SULFATE | 1 ppm | |
| HEAVY METALS (as Pb) | 0.5 ppm | |
| IRON (Fe) | 0.2 ppm | |
| SUBSTANCES REDUCING DICHROMATE | TO PASS TEST | |
| SUBSTANCES REDUCING (KMnO4) | TO PASS TEST | |
| TITRABLE BASE | 0.0004 meq/g |
Shipping Information
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DOT: UN2789, Acetic acid, glacial, 8 (3), PG II
Largest individual container shippable via:
UPS/FedEx Ground: 20 L UPS Air: 1 L FedEx Air: 2.5 L
Tariff No. 2915210000
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Storage Information
HYGROSCOPIC: Keep tightly closed.
