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Hydrochloric Acid

Hydrochloric acid (HCL) is a key fixture in the chemical industry, with wide-ranging applications across many industries and sectors. It is a colourless-to-light-yellow, strong-smelling and highly-corrosive liquid.

Overview

  • Ideal for heavy-duty cleaning and removal of stubborn matter 
  • Effective pH regulator in personal care, food and pharmaceutical production 
  • Commonly used to neutralise water in swimming pools and treat industrial and municipal water
  • Key in the production of fertilisers, pesticides, dyes, batteries and pyrotechnics

We supply HCl in a range of strengths and quantities. We have our own distribution fleet, ensuring speedy and secure delivery across the UK.

CAS Number
7647-01-0
AKA
Muriatic acid, Spirits of salt, Hydronium chloride, Chlorhydric acid
Strengths
10%, 15%, 20%, 28%, 32%, 36%
Quantities
25L, 200L, Bulk transfer
Chemical Formula
HCL

Applications

Agrochemical

• Manufacture of fertilizers and dyes.

Cleaning Chemicals & Detergents

• Used on masonry and any product that can withstand its effects.

Oil & Gas

• Refining ore in the production of tin and tantalum.

Others

• Pickling of steel and removal of rust to remove rust or iron oxide scale.
• A number of roles in the building and construction industries.
• Removal of scale from boilers.
• Production of organic compounds such as vinyl chloride and dichloroethane for PVC.
• Neutralising water in swimming pools.
• pH regulation in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries.

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