Acetic acid is one of the simplest carboxylic acids. It is an important chemical reagent and industrial chemical, used in the production of polyethylene terephthalate mainly used in soft drink bottles; cellulose acetate, mainly for photographic film; and polyvinyl acetate for wood glue, as well as synthetic fibres and fabrics. In households, diluted acetic acid is often used in descaling agents. In the food industry acetic acid is used under the food additive code E260 as an acidity regulator.
Specifications:
Item
Standard
Assay
99.8% min.
Color(Pt-Co)
10 max.
Formic acid
0.05% max.
Acetaldehyde
0.05% max.
Residue on evaporation
0.01% max.
Iron(As Fe)
0.00004% max.
Permanganate time
30 min.
Packaging, Storage & Transportation:
In 30kg drums, 21mt/20’FCL
215kg drums, 17.20mt/20’FCL
1000kg IBC drums, 20mt/20’FCL
It should be kept in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. It is a corrosive material and it should be stored in a separated and approved area. Keep away from sources of ignition.
