Description

Oxalic Acid is a versatile dicarboxylic acid widely used as a cleaning, bleaching, and chelating agent across numerous industrial sectors. Its efficacy in removing rust and mineral deposits makes it a critical processing chemical for maintenance and manufacturing. This high-purity product is essential for industries including pharmaceuticals, textiles, metal finishing, and water treatment, where consistent quality and reliable performance are paramount.

Application

• Metal Cleaning & Surface Treatment: Effective rust remover and pickling agent for iron and steel surfaces.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as an intermediate or precipitating agent in the manufacture of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Textile & Leather Processing: Acts as a bleaching agent for textiles and a deliming agent in leather tanning.
• Water Treatment: Chelating agent for calcium and other metal ions in boiler and cooling water systems.
• Chemical Synthesis: Precursor and reagent in the production of fine chemicals, dyes, and plastics.
• Wood & Pulp Bleaching: Used in pulp bleaching processes and for cleaning wood surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxalic Acid
CAS No.	2055839-97-7
Molecular Formula	C2H2O4
Molecular Weight	90.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethanedioic Acid; Wood Bleach; Dicarboxylic Acid C2; Aktisal; Aquisal; Oxiric Acid; Hydrogen Oxalate; Dicarboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Oxalic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and safety. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 99.5%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 0.05%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.