HYDROCHLORIC ACID

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HYDROCHLORIC ACID 

Premium Quality Hydrochloric Acid – High-Purity Muriatic Acid, Advanced Chemical Processing Agent & Industrial-Grade Mineral Acid for Metal Treatment, Water Treatment Operations, Chemical Manufacturing, Food Processing & Specialized Industrial Applications

✅ Premium Mineral Acid – Superior pH Control & High Chemical Reactivity
✅ Multiple Concentration Options – Food, Technical, Reagent & Electronic Grades
✅ Excellent Processing Properties – Fast Dissolution, Superior Acidification Performance
✅ Multi-Industry Compatible – Steel, Food, Water Treatment & Chemical Applications
✅ Quality Assured – Established Performance Standards Supporting Optimal Processing Results

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Hydrochloric Acid for Steel Processing, Food Manufacturing, Chemical Applications

Hydrochloric Acid, with chemical formula HCl and CAS number 7647-01-0, commonly known as Muriatic Acid, Chlorohydric Acid, or Hydrogen Chloride Solution, available in various concentrations including 32% solution (31-33% HCl), 37% solution (36-38% HCl), food grade (32.0-32.5% HCl), technical grade (31.5-33.0% HCl), reagent grade (36.5-37.5% HCl), electronic grade (36.8-37.2% HCl), pharmaceutical grade (36.9-37.1% HCl), and industrial grade (30-38% HCl), is a clear to slightly yellow acidic solution with exceptional metal dissolution properties and outstanding chemical reactivity appearing as fuming liquid with excellent solubility characteristics and superior processing control. Hydrochloric Acid is specifically manufactured to provide reliable acidification, effective metal treatment, superior pH adjustment, and controlled chemical characteristics, making it ideal for applications requiring steel pickling, water treatment, food processing, pharmaceutical synthesis, and chemical manufacturing in steel mills, water treatment plants, food processing facilities, pharmaceutical companies, and chemical manufacturing operations. The compound works through several mechanisms including protonation for pH reduction, metal dissolution for cleaning applications, chloride ion release for chemical reactions, and acid-base neutralization for processing control, providing superior acidic performance, reliable processing characteristics, effective chemical reactivity, and outstanding quality consistency. Hydrochloric Acid represents one of the most versatile industrial chemicals across multiple industries, providing exceptional acidity, superior dissolution effectiveness, excellent chemical purity, and outstanding processing reliability, making it essential for steel manufacturers, food processors, water treatment operators, pharmaceutical companies, and chemical producers requiring high-performance acidic solutions and comprehensive technical support.

At Chemicals & Process Equipment Limited, we supply high-performance Hydrochloric Acid manufactured under stringent quality control standards and international steel processing, food grade, water treatment, and industrial application specifications. Our comprehensive product range includes various concentration levels, purity specifications, and specialized grades meeting diverse requirements for steel processing, food manufacturing, water treatment, pharmaceutical production, and chemical synthesis across global industrial, food, and chemical markets.

✅ Advanced Acid Technology – Optimized Chemical Performance & Multi-Industry Applications
✅ Consistent Quality Standards – Multiple Product Classifications with Comprehensive Documentation
✅ Essential Industrial Chemical – Superior Functional, Processing & Performance Characteristics
✅ Multi-Industry Applications – Steel, Food, Water Treatment, Pharmaceutical, Chemical Processing
✅ Technical Support Package – Complete Application Guidance & Performance Optimization

The global hydrochloric acid market was valued at approximately USD 1.8 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 2.4 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.2% during the forecast period. Market expansion is driven by increasing steel production, growing water treatment needs, expanding food processing, and rising chemical manufacturing applications.

Technical Specifications & Hydrochloric Acid Properties

Property Technical Grade Food Grade Reagent Grade Electronic Grade Pharmaceutical Grade Industrial Grade
HCl Content (%) 31.5-33.0 32.0-32.5 36.5-37.5 36.8-37.2 36.9-37.1 30-38
Water Content (%) 67.0-68.5 67.5-68.0 62.5-63.5 62.8-63.2 62.9-63.1 62-70
Specific Gravity (20/20°C) 1.158-1.165 1.160-1.163 1.181-1.186 1.183-1.185 1.184-1.185 1.150-1.190
pH (0.1M Solution) 1.0-1.2 1.05-1.15 1.08-1.12 1.09-1.11 1.09-1.11 0.8-1.5
Appearance Clear/Sl. Yellow Clear Colorless Clear Colorless Clear Colorless Clear Colorless Clear/Yellow
Color (APHA) ≤30 ≤10 ≤10 ≤5 ≤5 ≤100
Turbidity (NTU) ≤5 ≤1 ≤1 ≤0.5 ≤0.5 ≤15
Non-volatile Matter (%) ≤0.05 ≤0.01 ≤0.01 ≤0.005 ≤0.005 ≤0.1
Free Chlorine (Cl₂) (ppm) ≤10 ≤5 ≤5 ≤2 ≤2 ≤50
Sulfate (SO₄) (ppm) ≤100 ≤20 ≤20 ≤5 ≤5 ≤500
Phosphate (PO₄) (ppm) ≤50 ≤10 ≤10 ≤2 ≤2 ≤200
Nitrate (NO₃) (ppm) ≤50 ≤10 ≤10 ≤2 ≤2 ≤200
Iron (Fe) (ppm) ≤10 ≤2 ≤2 ≤0.5 ≤0.5 ≤50
Copper (Cu) (ppm) ≤5 ≤1 ≤1 ≤0.2 ≤0.2 ≤25
Zinc (Zn) (ppm) ≤10 ≤2 ≤2 ≤0.5 ≤0.5 ≤50
Lead (Pb) (ppm) ≤2 ≤0.5 ≤0.5 ≤0.1 ≤0.1 ≤10
Chromium (Cr) (ppm) ≤2 ≤0.5 ≤0.5 ≤0.1 ≤0.1 ≤10
Nickel (Ni) (ppm) ≤2 ≤0.5 ≤0.5 ≤0.1 ≤0.1 ≤10
Aluminum (Al) (ppm) ≤5 ≤1 ≤1 ≤0.3 ≤0.3 ≤25
Calcium (Ca) (ppm) ≤50 ≤10 ≤10 ≤2 ≤2 ≤200
Magnesium (Mg) (ppm) ≤25 ≤5 ≤5 ≤1 ≤1 ≤100
Potassium (K) (ppm) ≤50 ≤10 ≤10 ≤2 ≤2 ≤200
Sodium (Na) (ppm) ≤100 ≤20 ≤20 ≤5 ≤5 ≤500
Total Heavy Metals (ppm) ≤25 ≤5 ≤5 ≤1 ≤1 ≤100
Arsenic (As) (ppm) ≤1 ≤0.1 ≤0.1 ≤0.05 ≤0.05 ≤5
Mercury (Hg) (ppm) ≤0.1 ≤0.01 ≤0.01 ≤0.005 ≤0.005 ≤0.5
Cadmium (Cd) (ppm) ≤1 ≤0.1 ≤0.1 ≤0.05 ≤0.05 ≤5
Silica (SiO₂) (ppm) ≤50 ≤10 ≤10 ≤2 ≤2 ≤200
Organic Matter (ppm) ≤100 ≤20 ≤20 ≤5 ≤5 ≤500
Conductivity (mS/cm) 450-550 480-520 580-620 590-610 595-605 400-650
Freezing Point (°C) -26 -26 -47 -47 -47 Variable
Boiling Point (°C) 110 110 108 108 108 100-110
Vapor Pressure (kPa at 20°C) 5.6 5.6 15.7 15.7 15.7 Variable
Density (g/mL at 20°C) 1.158-1.165 1.160-1.163 1.181-1.186 1.183-1.185 1.184-1.185 1.150-1.190
Viscosity (cP at 20°C) 1.9 1.9 1.9 1.9 1.9 1.9
Surface Tension (mN/m) 67.5 67.5 67.5 67.5 67.5 67.5
Refractive Index (nD20) 1.3776 1.3776 1.3950 1.3950 1.3950 Variable
Dielectric Constant 84 84 84 84 84 84
Heat Capacity (J/g·K) 3.0 3.0 2.8 2.8 2.8 Variable
Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K) 0.42 0.42 0.42 0.42 0.42 0.42
Solubility in Water Complete Complete Complete Complete Complete Complete
Odor Pungent/Sharp Pungent/Sharp Pungent/Sharp Pungent/Sharp Pungent/Sharp Pungent/Sharp
Odor Threshold (ppm) 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-5
Corrosivity Highly Corrosive Highly Corrosive Highly Corrosive Highly Corrosive Highly Corrosive Highly Corrosive
Flammability Non-flammable Non-flammable Non-flammable Non-flammable Non-flammable Non-flammable
Auto-ignition Temp N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Explosion Limits N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Toxicity (LC50) 1108 ppm/1h 1108 ppm/1h 1108 ppm/1h 1108 ppm/1h 1108 ppm/1h 1108 ppm/1h
Skin Contact Effect Severe Burns Severe Burns Severe Burns Severe Burns Severe Burns Severe Burns
Eye Contact Effect Permanent Damage Permanent Damage Permanent Damage Permanent Damage Permanent Damage Permanent Damage
Inhalation Effect Respiratory Damage Respiratory Damage Respiratory Damage Respiratory Damage Respiratory Damage Respiratory Damage
Environmental Impact Moderate Low Low Low Low High
Biodegradability Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable
Bioaccumulation No No No No No No
Ozone Depletion No No No No No No
Global Warming Potential 0 0 0 0 0 0
Storage Temperature (°C) 5-30 10-25 10-25 15-25 15-25 0-35
Storage Pressure (atm) Atmospheric Atmospheric Atmospheric Atmospheric Atmospheric Atmospheric
Container Material HDPE/SS316 HDPE/SS316 Glass/PTFE PTFE/PFA Glass/PTFE HDPE/SS304
Packaging Drums/Tanks Drums/Containers Bottles/Drums Bottles/Containers Bottles/Drums Drums/Tanks
Shelf Life (months) 36 24 18 12 15 48
Transport Class Hazardous (Class 8) Hazardous (Class 8) Hazardous (Class 8) Hazardous (Class 8) Hazardous (Class 8) Hazardous (Class 8)
UN Number UN1789 UN1789 UN1789 UN1789 UN1789 UN1789
Proper Shipping Name Hydrochloric Acid Hydrochloric Acid Hydrochloric Acid Hydrochloric Acid Hydrochloric Acid Hydrochloric Acid
Hazard Class 8 (Corrosive) 8 (Corrosive) 8 (Corrosive) 8 (Corrosive) 8 (Corrosive) 8 (Corrosive)
Packing Group II II II II II II
DOT Label Corrosive Corrosive Corrosive Corrosive Corrosive Corrosive
Regulatory Status Industrial Food Grade Laboratory Electronic Pharmaceutical Industrial
FDA Approval No Yes No No Yes No
USP Compliance No Limited Limited No Yes No
EP Compliance No Limited Limited No Yes No
ACS Grade No No Yes No No No
Food Grade Certified No Yes No No Limited No
Cost per Liter (USD) 1.50-2.50 3.50-5.50 8.00-12.00 18.00-28.00 15.00-22.00 1.20-2.00
Minimum Order (L) 500 100 50 25 50 2000
Lead Time (days) 5-10 7-12 7-14 14-21 10-15 3-8
Global Availability Worldwide Regional Regional Limited Regional Worldwide
Technical Support Standard Enhanced Enhanced Premium Enhanced Basic
Application Training Limited Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Analytical Support Basic Full Full Full Full Limited
Custom Formulation Limited Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Quality Guarantee Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Available Product Types:

  • Technical Grade Hydrochloric Acid for general industrial and chemical applications
  • Food Grade Hydrochloric Acid for food processing and beverage applications
  • Reagent Grade Hydrochloric Acid for analytical and laboratory applications
  • Electronic Grade Hydrochloric Acid for semiconductor and electronics manufacturing
  • Pharmaceutical Grade Hydrochloric Acid for drug manufacturing and medical applications
  • Industrial Grade Hydrochloric Acid for bulk processing and manufacturing operations
  • Water Treatment Grade for municipal and industrial water treatment applications
  • Steel Pickling Grade for metal treatment and surface preparation
  • Oil Well Acidizing Grade for petroleum production enhancement
  • Swimming Pool Grade for pH adjustment and water balance
  • Construction Grade for concrete treatment and masonry cleaning
  • Leather Processing Grade for hide treatment and tanning operations

Specialized Application Solutions:

  • Steel pickling and metal surface treatment systems
  • Food processing pH adjustment and sanitization processes
  • Water treatment pH control and ion exchange regeneration
  • Pharmaceutical synthesis and drug manufacturing processes
  • Chemical synthesis and manufacturing operations
  • Oil well acidizing and petroleum production enhancement
  • Swimming pool water treatment and chemical balance systems
  • Construction concrete treatment and surface preparation
  • Leather processing and hide treatment applications
  • Textile processing and fabric treatment operations
  • Quality control systems and analytical testing protocols
  • Process optimization and efficiency improvement consulting
  • Technical training and safety management programs
  • Environmental compliance and emission control services

Steel and Metal Processing Applications

Steel Pickling Operations Steel manufacturers utilize Hydrochloric Acid for oxide removal, scale elimination, and surface preparation requiring steel pickling grade specifications. Metallurgy specialists employ hydrochloric acid for hot-rolled steel cleaning, cold-rolled steel processing applications requiring surface quality, coating adhesion, and product specifications in steel manufacturing.

Metal Surface Treatment Metal processors use Hydrochloric Acid for surface activation, cleaning operations, and preparation processes requiring metal treatment grade specifications. Metal finishing specialists employ hydrochloric acid for galvanizing preparation, electroplating applications requiring surface cleanliness, adhesion properties, and coating quality in metal processing.

Stainless Steel Processing Stainless steel manufacturers utilize Hydrochloric Acid for passivation, descaling, and surface treatment requiring stainless grade specifications. Stainless steel specialists employ hydrochloric acid for pickling operations, weld cleaning applications requiring corrosion resistance, surface finish, and material properties in stainless steel production.

Non-Ferrous Metal Treatment Non-ferrous metal processors use Hydrochloric Acid for aluminum treatment, copper processing, and specialty metal applications requiring non-ferrous grade specifications. Non-ferrous specialists employ hydrochloric acid for etching operations, surface preparation applications requiring metal quality, surface characteristics, and processing efficiency in non-ferrous metal processing.

For comprehensive information about hydrochloric acid steel processing applications, pickling protocols, and safety procedures, visit the World Steel Association Technical Guidelines which provides detailed guidance on hydrochloric acid properties, steel applications, and industry best practices for metal processing professionals.

Food and Beverage Processing Applications

Food Manufacturing Food processors utilize Hydrochloric Acid for pH adjustment, ingredient processing, and food safety applications requiring food grade specifications. Food technologists employ hydrochloric acid for corn syrup production, gelatin processing applications requiring food safety, product quality, and regulatory compliance in food manufacturing.

Beverage Production Beverage manufacturers use Hydrochloric Acid for water treatment, pH control, and processing enhancement requiring beverage grade specifications. Beverage specialists employ hydrochloric acid for ion exchange regeneration, water conditioning applications requiring taste quality, product consistency, and safety standards in beverage production.

Dairy Processing Dairy processors utilize Hydrochloric Acid for equipment cleaning, cheese production, and processing aid applications requiring dairy grade specifications. Dairy technologists employ hydrochloric acid for casein production, whey processing applications requiring product purity, safety standards, and regulatory compliance in dairy processing.

Meat Processing Meat processors use Hydrochloric Acid for gelatin production, collagen processing, and specialty applications requiring meat processing grade specifications. Meat processing specialists employ hydrochloric acid for protein extraction, rendering applications requiring food safety, product quality, and industry standards in meat processing.

Water Treatment and Environmental Applications

Municipal Water Treatment Water treatment facilities utilize Hydrochloric Acid for pH adjustment, ion exchange regeneration, and water conditioning requiring water treatment grade specifications. Water treatment operators employ hydrochloric acid for alkalinity control, membrane cleaning applications requiring water quality, treatment efficiency, and regulatory compliance in municipal water systems.

Industrial Water Treatment Industrial water users use Hydrochloric Acid for boiler water treatment, cooling water conditioning, and process water preparation requiring industrial grade specifications. Water treatment specialists employ hydrochloric acid for scale removal, system cleaning applications requiring water quality, equipment protection, and operational efficiency in industrial water treatment.

Swimming Pool Treatment Pool service companies utilize Hydrochloric Acid for pH adjustment, water balance, and chemical treatment requiring pool grade specifications. Pool maintenance professionals employ hydrochloric acid for alkalinity reduction, chemical balance applications requiring water chemistry, swimmer safety, and equipment protection in pool maintenance.

Wastewater Treatment Wastewater treatment plants use Hydrochloric Acid for pH neutralization, process enhancement, and treatment optimization requiring environmental grade specifications. Environmental engineers employ hydrochloric acid for precipitation control, biological process applications requiring treatment efficiency, discharge compliance, and environmental protection in wastewater processing.

Chemical Manufacturing and Synthesis Applications

Chemical Production Chemical manufacturers utilize Hydrochloric Acid for organic synthesis, inorganic processing, and chemical manufacturing requiring technical grade specifications. Chemical engineers employ hydrochloric acid for chloride production, acid-base reactions applications requiring reaction efficiency, yield optimization, and process control in chemical manufacturing.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Pharmaceutical companies use Hydrochloric Acid for drug synthesis, intermediate production, and pharmaceutical processing requiring pharmaceutical grade specifications. Pharmaceutical chemists employ hydrochloric acid for API manufacturing, salt formation applications requiring purity standards, reaction control, and product quality in pharmaceutical production.

Petroleum Processing Petroleum companies utilize Hydrochloric Acid for oil well acidizing, reservoir stimulation, and production enhancement requiring petroleum grade specifications. Petroleum engineers employ hydrochloric acid for formation treatment, well completion applications requiring production rates, reservoir performance, and operational efficiency in petroleum production.

Specialty Chemical Production Specialty chemical manufacturers use Hydrochloric Acid for custom synthesis, specialty applications, and niche markets requiring specialty grade specifications. Specialty chemical specialists employ hydrochloric acid for catalyst preparation, advanced materials applications requiring product specifications, performance characteristics, and market requirements in specialty chemical production.

Quality Control & Testing Procedures

Comprehensive Quality Assurance Every production batch undergoes extensive testing to ensure compliance with hydrochloric acid standards, food grade requirements, pharmaceutical specifications, and international quality standards. Our quality control laboratory employs advanced analytical techniques including acid concentration analysis, trace metal determination, and comprehensive purity evaluation.

Quality assurance procedures include:

  • Acid content determination using acid-base titration
  • Specific gravity measurement using calibrated hydrometers
  • pH measurement using calibrated electrodes
  • Color determination using APHA color standards
  • Turbidity testing using nephelometric methods
  • Non-volatile matter determination using gravimetric methods
  • Free chlorine content analysis using iodometric methods
  • Sulfate content testing using gravimetric methods
  • Phosphate content determination using colorimetric methods
  • Nitrate content analysis using spectrophotometric methods
  • Metal content testing using ICP-MS and atomic absorption
  • Heavy metals analysis using trace analytical methods
  • Organic matter testing using TOC analysis
  • Conductivity measurement using calibrated meters
  • Refractive index determination using refractometers
  • Vapor pressure testing using standardized apparatus
  • Viscosity measurement using calibrated viscometers
  • Surface tension determination using tensiometers
  • Thermal analysis using TGA and DSC methods
  • Corrosivity testing using standardized methods
  • Particle size analysis using laser diffraction
  • Microbiological testing for food and pharmaceutical grades
  • Endotoxin testing using LAL methods for pharmaceutical applications
  • Stability testing using accelerated aging protocols
  • Compatibility testing with packaging materials
  • Environmental compliance verification using standard methods
  • Quality system compliance using ISO, FDA, and GMP standards
  • Customer application support using pilot testing
  • Technical consultation using expert evaluation
  • Continuous improvement using statistical process control

Storage & Handling Procedures Implement proper storage conditions including temperature control, pressure management, vapor containment, proper ventilation, and comprehensive safety procedures for maintaining Hydrochloric Acid quality and ensuring safe processing throughout storage and application periods while following all best practices for corrosive chemical handling.

Market Applications & Industry Trends

Steel Industry Growth Growing global steel production, increasing infrastructure development, expanding automotive manufacturing, and rising construction activities drive continued demand for hydrochloric acid in steel applications requiring pickling, surface treatment, and metal processing.

Food Processing Market Expansion Increasing food production, growing processed food demand, expanding beverage manufacturing, and rising food safety requirements drive adoption of hydrochloric acid for food applications requiring pH control, processing aids, and safety enhancement.

Water Treatment Industry Development Advancing water treatment technologies, increasing treatment capacity, expanding municipal systems, and growing industrial water use drive development of hydrochloric acid applications requiring pH control, regeneration, and treatment optimization.

Chemical Industry Growth Growing chemical manufacturing, increasing specialty chemical production, expanding pharmaceutical synthesis, and rising process optimization drive adoption of hydrochloric acid for chemical applications requiring synthesis, processing, and quality enhancement.

Environmental & Regulatory Compliance

Health and Safety Management Hydrochloric Acid is highly corrosive requiring strict safety practices including protective equipment use, vapor control, and emergency procedures ensuring worker protection with consideration for industrial hygiene practices and established safety procedures from handling and processing operations.

Transportation Safety Standards Compliance with hazardous material shipping requirements and dangerous goods handling guidelines ensures safe transportation and handling in industrial operations with established procedures for corrosive material management and safety protocols during transport operations.

Environmental Protection Standards Adherence to environmental regulations, emission controls, and waste management requirements ensures responsible use in industrial applications with established environmental protection measures and sustainable production practices for hydrochloric acid manufacturing.

Food Safety Regulations Compliance with food safety standards, FDA regulations, and international food grade requirements ensures safe use in food applications with established food safety documentation and quality assurance systems for food grade applications.

Performance Advantages & Technical Benefits

✔ Superior Acidity – Exceptional pH adjustment and neutralization capabilities with reliable performance
✔ High Chemical Purity – Low trace metal content and excellent chemical specifications
✔ Excellent Dissolution Power – Superior metal cleaning and surface preparation capabilities
✔ Multiple Grade Options – Various specifications for specific application requirements
✔ Multi-Application Versatility – Suitable for steel, food, water treatment, and chemical applications
✔ Cost Effectiveness – Excellent performance enhancement and processing optimization capabilities
✔ Processing Efficiency – Improved reaction rates, cleaning effectiveness, and processing characteristics
✔ Quality Consistency – Reliable chemical composition and performance across batches
✔ Safety Profile – Established handling procedures and safety protocols
✔ Technical Support – Complete application guidance and process optimization services
✔ Regulatory Compliance – Industry compliant grades with comprehensive documentation
✔ Global Availability – Reliable supply chains and worldwide distribution network
✔ Proven Performance – Decades of successful use in industrial and food applications
✔ Environmental Compatibility – Proper waste management and environmental protection
✔ Application Flexibility – Compatible with various processing conditions and systems

Our Hydrochloric Acid products represent industry-leading standards in mineral acid technology and specialty chemical applications, specifically manufactured for demanding steel processing, food manufacturing, water treatment, and chemical synthesis applications requiring exceptional chemical purity, superior acidic performance, excellent process compatibility, and comprehensive quality assurance. We provide complete technical support, application guidance, and safety consultation to ensure optimal results across your specialized steel, food, water treatment, or chemical processing applications.

For detailed specifications, technical data sheets, or application-specific recommendations, contact our specialized chemical division. We offer complete support including product selection, process optimization, application consulting, safety training, regulatory guidance, and technical assistance to maximize effectiveness in your steel, food, water treatment, or chemical processing applications.

For more information about our products, feel free to Contact Us today.

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