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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
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
- Metal surface treatment
- pH adjustment & neutralization
- Chemical manufacturing
- Detergents & cleaning products
- Oil & gas
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
| Chemical name | Hydrochloric acid |
|---|---|
| Formula | HCl |
| CAS number | 7647-01-0 |
| Molecular weight | 36.46 g/mol |
| HS code | 2806.10 |
| Transport classification | UN1789, Class 8, PG II |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless to slightly yellow fuming liquid with a pungent odour |
| Forms | Aqueous solution (liquid) 30–33% HCl · Aqueous solution (liquid) 35–37% HCl |
| Grades | 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 |
| 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 |
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)
| Parameter | Typical 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)
| Parameter | Typical 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)
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Assay | 22.0–22.4 °Bé |
| HCl | 35.21–35.97% |
| 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.
Packaging 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 are available?
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 we will confirm what can be supplied, with the current specification.
What is the HS code for Hydrochloric Acid?
Hydrochloric Acid is usually classified under HS 2806.10. National tariff codes add further digits and can differ by form and country, so confirm the full code with your customs broker before shipment.
Is Hydrochloric Acid a dangerous good for shipping?
Typical transport classification: UN1789, Class 8, PG II. Classification can vary with concentration and form, so the Safety Data Sheet for the grade shipped is the reference used when booking freight.
Which standards apply to Hydrochloric Acid?
Commonly referenced standards include ASTM E1146, ASTM E224, EN 939, Food Chemicals Codex. Tell us which standard your application or market requires and we will confirm a grade that meets it.
How is Hydrochloric Acid packed for export?
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 and we will confirm what is available for your grade and volume.
Can I get the TDS, SDS or COA for Hydrochloric Acid?
Yes — request them on 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.
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