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Industrial Chemicals

Hydrochloric Acid

HCl

Strong mineral acid for steel pickling, pH control, ion-exchange regeneration and descaling.

Chemical name
Hydrochloric acid
CAS number
7647-01-0
Also known as
Muriatic acid
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Product overview

Hydrochloric acid is an aqueous solution of hydrogen chloride and one of the most important strong mineral acids in industry.

Key uses include steel pickling and metal surface treatment, pH adjustment and neutralization, regeneration of ion-exchange resins, chemical synthesis, oil well acidizing and industrial descaling. Concentration is confirmed with each quotation.

Applications

Typical uses for this chemical. Suitability for a specific process, and grade requirements for food, pharmaceutical or potable-water use, should be confirmed with our team.

Technical information

Technical information for Hydrochloric Acid
Chemical nameHydrochloric acid
FormulaHCl
CAS number7647-01-0
Molecular weight36.46 g/mol
HS code2806.10
Transport classificationUN1789, Class 8, PG II
AppearanceClear, colourless to slightly yellow fuming liquid with a pungent odour
FormsAqueous solution (liquid) 30–33% HCl · Aqueous solution (liquid) 35–37% HCl
GradesTechnical grade 31–33% (20 °Bé) · Technical grade 35–37% (22 °Bé) · Food grade (FCC) · Water-treatment grade (NSF/ANSI/CAN 60) · Reagent / ACS grade
Packaging40 kg HDPE cans · 200 L PE drums / 265–275 kg HDPE drums · 1,000 L IBC (approx. 1,150 kg composite IBC) · Bulk: rubber-lined road tankers and rail tank cars

Identifiers and classifications are standard reference data for the substance. Forms, grades and packaging reflect what is commonly traded internationally; availability for your order is confirmed in the quotation.

Typical specifications

Typical values for commonly traded grades of Hydrochloric Acid, based on international standards and published manufacturer data.

31–33% technical grade (typical)

Hydrochloric Acid: 31–33% technical grade (typical)
ParameterTypical value
HCl≥ 31.45% (commonly sold as 32–33%)
Density (20 °C)≥ 1.155 g/mL (32% min grade)
Iron (Fe)≤ 3–20 ppm
Heavy metals (as Pb)≤ 1 ppm
Arsenic (As)≤ 0.5 ppm
Oxidizing substances (as Cl2)≤ 10 ppm
Colour≤ 30 APHA

35–36% technical grade (typical)

Hydrochloric Acid: 35–36% technical grade (typical)
ParameterTypical value
HCl≥ 35.21% (typically 35–36.5%)
Specific gravity (15.5 °C)1.179–1.186
Iron (Fe)≤ 3–5 ppm
Sulfate (as SO4)≤ 60 ppm
Heavy metals (as Pb)≤ 1 ppm
Arsenic (As)≤ 0.5 ppm
Oxidizing substances / free chlorine (as Cl2)≤ 10–200 ppm
Residue on ignition≤ 80 ppm
Colour≤ 15–30 APHA

Food grade 35% (typical)

Hydrochloric Acid: Food grade 35% (typical)
ParameterTypical value
Assay22.0–22.4 °Bé
HCl35.21–35.97%
Iron (Fe)≤ 1.0 ppm
Total oxidizing substances (as Cl2)≤ 10 ppm
Colour≤ 30 APHA
Reference standards:ASTM E1146 (muriatic acid, technical grade)ASTM E224 (test methods)EN 939 (drinking-water treatment)Food Chemicals Codex (FCC)NSF/ANSI/CAN 60GB/T 320 (industrial synthetic HCl; 2025 edition replaces GB 320-2006)IS 265

Grades are often named by Baumé: 20 °Bé ≈ 31.5% HCl and 22 °Bé ≈ 35.2% HCl. Iron and oxidiser limits vary by producer.

Typical values are for guidance. The specification for your order depends on grade and origin and is confirmed in the quotation, Technical Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis.

Packaging

  • 40 kg HDPE cans
  • 200 L PE drums / 265–275 kg HDPE drums
  • 1,000 L IBC (approx. 1,150 kg composite IBC)
  • Bulk: rubber-lined road tankers and rail tank cars

Packaging commonly used for export shipments of this product. Availability depends on grade and origin and is confirmed per order.

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Documentation

Request the documents you need to evaluate Hydrochloric Acid. We send documents that match the grade being quoted.

  • TDS

    Technical Data Sheets

    Product specifications and technical information.

  • SDS

    Safety Data Sheets

    Safety and handling documentation where available.

  • COA

    Certificate of Analysis

    Batch-specific documentation where applicable.

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Frequently asked questions

What grades of Hydrochloric Acid can LALITAPATTRA supply?

Hydrochloric Acid is commonly traded as Technical grade 31–33% (20 °Bé), Technical grade 35–37% (22 °Bé), Food grade (FCC), Water-treatment grade (NSF/ANSI/CAN 60), Reagent / ACS grade. Availability varies by origin and destination market — share the grade, purity or standard you require and our team will confirm what we can supply, with the current specification.

Can I get the TDS, SDS or COA for Hydrochloric Acid?

Yes. Documentation for Hydrochloric Acid can be requested through this page. We send the documents that apply to the specific grade you are evaluating; a Certificate of Analysis is batch-specific and issued where applicable.

What packaging options are available for Hydrochloric Acid?

Common export packaging for Hydrochloric Acid includes 40 kg HDPE cans; 200 L PE drums / 265–275 kg HDPE drums; 1,000 L IBC (approx. 1,150 kg composite IBC); Bulk: rubber-lined road tankers and rail tank cars. Tell us your preferred packaging when you request a quotation and we will confirm what is available for your grade and volume.

Can Hydrochloric Acid be supplied for export?

We support export inquiries for Hydrochloric Acid. Include your destination country and port in your request so we can prepare a quotation that covers documentation and logistics coordination.

What should I include in a quotation request?

The product name and grade, quantity and unit, preferred packaging, destination country and port, required delivery date and any documents you need. The more detail you share, the more precise the quotation.

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