Description
Hydrochloric acid (HCl): description, properties, application
Hydrochloric acid (HCl) – is a chemical compound that is one of the most common and important mineral acids. It is also called muriatic acid. The molecular formula is HCl, which means it consists of one hydrogen atom and one chlorine atom. In its pure form, it is a gas with a characteristic pungent odor.
Hydrochloric acid is a strong acid and is widely used industrially to produce chemicals, including hydrogen chloride salts, and in laboratory and medical research. It is also used in various industries such as metallurgy, metal refining, plastics and other chemical processes.
Application of hydrochloric acid (HCl)
Hydrochloric acid (HCl) is widely used in various fields, including industry, laboratory research, and other industries. Here are some applications:
- Industry:
- Chloride Production: Used to produce various chlorides such as sodium chloride (NaCl), zinc chloride (ZnCl2), and others, which in turn are used in metallurgy, plastics, and other industries.
- Metal cleaning: It is used to remove oxides and contaminants from metal surfaces in galvanizing and metalworking processes.
- Laboratory research:
- Chemical analyses: Used in laboratories for preparing solutions, adjusting pH, and in chemical analyses.
- Synthesis of organic compounds: In organic chemistry it can be used in various syntheses and reactions.
- Oil refining:
- Catalyst regeneration: Used in regeneration processes of catalysts used in oil refining.
- Water purification:
- pH Control: In water treatment, can be used to control pH levels in water treatment systems.
- Medicine:
- Treatment of a number of diseases: In medicinal applications, this acid can be used to treat a number of diseases, such as an overactive stomach.
It is important to note that hydrochloric acid is highly corrosive and should be handled with care.
Hydrochloric acid – where to buy?
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Security
Signal word – Warning
Stickers (Pictogram) – GHS05
Hazard statements –
H290 – May be corrosive to metals.
Precautionary statements –
P390 – Absorb spilled liquid to prevent property damage.
P234 – Keep only in original packaging
UN number – UN 1789
Hazard Class – 8
Packing Group – II
