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.

Characteristics

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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

Synonyms: HCI, Hydrogen chloride, Muriatic acid, Chlorhydric Acid

Chemical Formula: HCl

CAS Number: 7647-01-0