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Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum
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Who Buys This
- Electronics PCB etching companies
- Metal finishing & pickling ops
- Analytical chemistry laboratories
- Fertilizer manufacturing plants
- Explosives & munitions producers
Purity / Grade Guide
- ACS reagent grade purity
- Analytical & research applications
- Laboratory standard compliance
- COA verifies specification limits
Pack Sizes
- 55 Gallon: bulk drum
SDS / COA / TDS
- UN 2031 Class 8 packaging
- SDS
- COA
- DOT hazmat shipping compliant
Small Packs: UPS Ground nationwide for pints, quarts, and gallons.
LTL / FTL: ABF, SEFL, Saia, XPO, and partner carriers for pails, drums, totes, and full truckloads.
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Product Overview
Nitric Acid 69% ACS Reagent Grade is a high-purity, colorless, fuming liquid essential for demanding laboratory and industrial applications. Meeting strict American Chemical Society (ACS) specifications, this strong mineral acid ensures reliable, reproducible results in analytical testing and critical manufacturing processes. It is supplied in 55-gallon stainless steel drums to support high-volume commercial operations.
Best Fit Commercial Uses
- Precision metal passivation and etching.
- Analytical chemistry and laboratory reagent applications.
- Trace metal analysis and sample digestion.
- Wastewater treatment and pH adjustment.
- Specialty chemical synthesis and manufacturing.
Handling, Storage & Documentation
Nitric Acid is a strong oxidizer and highly corrosive material. It must be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as organics, bases, and reducing agents. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is required during handling. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available in the Product Documents tab to support your safety and compliance requirements.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 63.013 |
| Formula | HNO3 |
| Assay | 69% |
| Grade | ACS Reagent Grade |
| Form | Liquid |
| Solubility | Miscible with water and organic solvents |
| Appearance | Colorless, fuming liquid |
| Melting Point | -42°C (-43.6°F) |
| Boiling Point | 83°C (181.4°F) |
| Specific Gravity | 1.41 |
| Industry | Healthcare & Pharma, Industrial & Manufacturing, Water & Environmental |
Frequently Asked Questions About Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum
What is Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum and what is its chemical formula?
Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum is a chemical compound with the molecular formula HNO3, registered under CAS Number 7697-37-2 by the Chemical Abstracts Service (PubChem), with a molecular weight of 63.013 g/mol. Alliance Chemical supplies Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum in ACS Reagent grade for laboratory, industrial, and commercial applications.
What are the physical properties of Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum?
According to the NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards, Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum is supplied as a colorless, fuming liquid. It has a melting point of -42°C (-43.6°F)°C, a boiling point of 83°C (181.4°F)°C. The specific gravity is 1.41 relative to water. Solubility: Miscible with water and organic solvents.
What grade and purity of Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum does Alliance Chemical offer?
Alliance Chemical offers Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum in ACS Reagent grade with a purity assay of 69%. Every lot ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) prepared in accordance with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 and GHS Revision 7. Download SDS.
What are common industrial applications of Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum?
Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum serves a wide range of sectors, including Healthcare & Pharma, Industrial & Manufacturing, and Water & Environmental.Alliance Chemical provides the documentation and quality certifications required for use in regulated environments.
What PPE is required when handling Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum?
OSHA-mandated PPE per 29 CFR 1910.132-138:Chemical-resistant gloves (20+ mil neoprene or PVC), full face shield over safety goggles (ANSI Z87.1), acid-resistant apron or chemical suit, closed-toe chemical-resistant footwear. Emergency eyewash station and safety shower must be accessible within 10 seconds per ANSI Z358.1. Consult the SDS available from Alliance Chemical for complete PPE requirements.
What are the storage requirements for Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum?
Store perOSHA 29 CFR 1910.1450: Dedicated corrosives cabinet with secondary containment (110% volume per EPA 40 CFR 264.175). Temperature range:15-25°C. Segregate from:bases, reactive metals, organic materials. Maximum storage:2-3 years unopened.
What is the emergency spill procedure for Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum?
Emergency response per EPA SPCC (40 CFR 112) and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120: (1) Alert personnel, evacuate area to 50 feet. (2) Eliminate ignition sources if flammable. (3) Don PPE per SDS Section 8. (4) Stop leak if safe; use emergency shutoffs. (5) Contain with non-combustible absorbent materials, dike with sand/earth. (6)Carefully neutralize with sodium bicarbonate (5-10% solution), monitor exothermic reaction. (7) Collect in DOT-approved containers, label as hazardous waste. Check 40 CFR 302.4 for Reportable Quantity. Emergency: Chemtel 1-800-255-3924 (24/7). Non-emergency: Alliance Chemical 512-365-6838.
What is the DOT shipping classification for Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum?
DOT Classification per 49 CFR 172.101:UN2031, Hazard Class8, Packing GroupII. Requires: Hazmat shipping papers (49 CFR 172.200), UN specification packaging (49 CFR 173), hazmat labels (172.400). Alliance Chemical ships all orders in DOT-compliant packaging with proper documentation.
How must Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum waste be disposed?
Disposal per RCRA (40 CFR 261-265):Characteristic waste D002 (Corrosive, pH ≤2 or ≥12.5). Generator requirements: EPA ID number required if >100 kg/month (40 CFR 262.12). Use EPA-permitted Treatment, Storage, Disposal Facility (TSDF). Never discharge to sewer without POTW written approval (40 CFR 403). Container disposal: Triple rinse (40 CFR 261.7), offer for reconditioning/recycling. State regulations may be more stringent — check with your local environmental agency. Consult the Alliance Chemical SDS for product-specific disposal guidance.
Does Alliance Chemical provide an SDS and COA for Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum?
Yes. Alliance Chemical provides a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and Certificate of Analysis (COA) for every lot of Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum. The SDS is prepared in accordance with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 and the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Revision 7, covering all 16 required sections including hazard identification, first aid measures, firefighting measures, handling and storage, exposure controls, and regulatory information. The SDS is available for download directly from this product page. COAs are available upon request by contacting Alliance Chemical at 512-365-6838.
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