Nitric Acid 69.0% Honeywell 2.5Ltr

About Nitric Acid 69.0% Honeywell 2.5Ltr

• Nitric acid, specifically Honeywell's 2.5L product, is a highly corrosive and oxidizing acid with the chemical formula HNO3. It is a strong acid, typically colorless, but may turn yellowish or reddish due to decomposition. The Honeywell product is available in a semiconductor grade (VLSI) and is known for its purity and use in various industrial and laboratory applications. Key Characteristics and Properties:
  • Chemical Formula: HNO3.
  • Appearance: Colorless to yellowish liquid.
  • Odor: Pungent, acrid smell.
  • Purity: Honeywell offers various grades, including Semiconductor grade (VLSI) with a purity of 69-71%.
  • Density: Approximately 1.51 g/cm.
  • Boiling Point: 83C.
  • Melting Point: -42C.
  • Solubility: Highly soluble in water.
  • Corrosivity: Highly corrosive to metals and tissue.
  • Oxidizing Agent: Powerful oxidizing agent, reacting with many materials.
  • Toxicity: Toxic by inhalation and can cause severe burns. 
  Common Uses:
  • Semiconductor Manufacturing:Honeywell's semiconductor grade nitric acid is used for etching and cleaning processes in the semiconductor industry. 
  • Laboratory Reagent:It's a common reagent in chemical laboratories for various reactions and analyses. 
  • Metal Cleaning and Etching:Nitric acid is used to clean and etch metals in various industrial processes. 
  • Production of Fertilizers and Explosives:It's a key ingredient in the production of ammonium nitrate for fertilizers and nitroglycerin and TNT for explosives. 
  • Cleaning-in-place (CIP):Used in cleaning processes for removing mineral scale and preventing precipitation in various systems. 
  • Purification of Noble Metals:Nitric acid can be used to purify noble metals like platinum, gold, and silver. 
  • Aqua Regia Production:It forms aqua regia when combined with hydrochloric acid, which can dissolve even gold and platinum.