Hydrochloric Acid

Hydrochloric Acid is an aqueous solution of hydrogen chloride and is formed by dissolving hydrogen chloride in water. It is a colorless solution with a distinctive pungent smell. It is classified as a strong acid. It is a component of the gastric acid in the digestive systems of most animal species, including humans. Hydrochloric acid is an important laboratory reagent and industrial chemical.

Synonyms
HCI, Hydrogen chloride, Muriatic acid, Chlorhydric Acid
Chemical Formula
HCl
CAS Number
7647-01-0

Characteristics

Forms
Liquid (clear)

Uses and Applications

Key applications

  • Metal working
  • Food and Nutrition
  • Laboratory chemicals
  • Leather processing
  • Water treatment
  • Cleaning products
  • Metal finishing
  • Oil and Gas
  • pH control

Industries

  • Pulp & Paper
  • Pharma
  • Oil & Gas
  • Cleaning
  • Coatings & Construction
  • Polymers
  • Mining
  • Cosmetics
  • Water Treatment
  • Food
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Agrobusiness
  • Lubricants
  • Chemical Processing
  • Rubber