Acetic Acid is a crucial chemical and solvent used widely in pharmaceuticals, esters, food industry, and agriculture CAS 64-19-7 EC 200-580-7

Acetic Acid is a colorless liquid compound with the chemical formula C2H4O2, CAS number 64-19-7. It is typically supplied as a reagent, graded as GR, suitable for pharmaceutical and ester industries. With a molecular weight of 60.05 g/mol, it is packaged in 500ml × 20 bottles per case under the brand Norlach.

General Information

• Chemical Name: Acetic Acid
• CAS Number: 64-19-7
• MDL Number: MFCD00036152
• Molecular Formula: C2H4O2
• Molecular Weight: 60.05 g/mol
• Grade: GR (General Reagent)
• Packaging: 500ml × 20 bottles per case
• Brand: Norlach
• EC Number: 200-580-7

Chemical Properties

• Structural Formula:

    CH3-COOH
    |
OH-C-CH3
    |
    H

• Appearance: Colorless liquid with a pungent odor
• Density: Approximately 1.05 g/cm³
• Boiling Point: Approximately 118°C
• Solubility: Soluble in water and most organic solvents

| Test Item                  | Standard Requirement | Test Result |
|----------------------------|----------------------|-------------|
| Chromic Acid (as Cr), %    | ≤0.004               | 0.003       |
| Peroxide Value             | Pass                 | Pass        |
| Lead (Pb), %               | ≤0.00001             | 0.000004    |
| Acetic Anhydride, %        | ≤0.01                | ＜0.01       |
| Copper (Cu), %             | ≤0.00001             | 0.000002    |
| Zinc (Zn), %               | ≤0.00001             | 0.000001    |
| Sulfate (SO4), %           | ≤0.0001              | ＜0.0001     |
| Iron (Fe), %               | ≤0.00002             | ＜0.00002    |
| Mixing with Water Test     | Pass                 | Pass        |
| Chloride (Cl), %           | ≤0.0001              | ＜0.0001     |
| Appearance                 | Colorless, clear liquid | Colorless, clear liquid |
| Residue on Evaporation, %  | ≤0.001               | 0.0006      |
| Content, %                 | ≥99.8                | 99.9        |
| Crystallization Point / ℃  | ≥16.0                | 16.2        |

GB/T676-2007 Test Item Standard Requirement Test Result

Safety Information

• Hazard Statements:
  • Highly corrosive, may cause severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • Inhalation of high concentrations of vapors may cause respiratory irritation and damage.
  • May form flammable gas mixtures.
• Precautionary Statements:
  • Use chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing.
  • Avoid inhalation of vapors, ensure adequate ventilation.

Applications

Acetic Acid is commonly used in:

• Pharmaceutical Industry: As an intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis and as a solvent.
• Ester Industry: In esterification reactions, manufacturing vinyl acetate and other chemical intermediates.

Summary

Acetic Acid is a widely used chemical compound, primarily employed in pharmaceutical and ester industries as a solvent and intermediate. Strict adherence to safety protocols is essential due to its corrosive nature and potential hazards.

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