Acetic Acid

Acetic Acid
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Description

Acetic Acid is an organic compound. It is classified as a carboxylic acid and is the second simplest carboxylic acid. It is a very useful chemical compound that is produced synthetically as well as by bacterial fermentation. Synthetically it is made by the carbonylation of methanol. Its chemical formula is C2H4O2. Chemical Appearance Acetic Acid has the appearance of a clear and colourless liquid. It has a strong vinegar like odour. It is miscible in water. It corrodes metals and tissue. It is slightly heavier than water. Chemical Applications and Strengths Acetic Acid or Ethanoic Acid is a very useful chemical substance and hence, has many industrial applications. Its major applications and strengths are:

  • Import-export - chemicals and pharmaceuticals
  • Construction Industry
  • Chemicals Construction
  • Ceramics Industry

Product characteristics

CAS Number
64-19-7
HS Code
29309099

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9586 Fürnitz - Austria

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