OXALIC ACID

Chemical Formula: C?H?O?·2H?O
Molecular Weight: 126.07 g/mol

Description:
Oxalic Acid is a white, crystalline, and odorless solid that occurs naturally in many plants and vegetables. It is soluble in water, alcohol, and ether. Known for its strong reducing and chelating properties, Oxalic Acid is widely used in various industries including textiles, leather, metal cleaning, and pharmaceuticals. It is available in both dihydrate and anhydrous forms.

Applications:

  • Textile Industry: Used for bleaching and dyeing processes.

  • Metal Cleaning: Effective in removing rust, scale, and stains from metal surfaces.

  • Leather Industry: Employed in tanning and finishing of leather.

  • Pharmaceuticals: Used as an intermediate in drug synthesis.

  • Chemical Industry: Serves as a reducing agent and laboratory reagent.

  • Household & Industrial Cleaners: Used in descaling, stain removal, and polishing formulations.

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Key Properties:

Property Description
Appearance White crystalline solid
Odor Odorless
Purity (Assay) ≥ 99.5%
Melting Point ~101°C (dihydrate)
Boiling Point Decomposes before boiling
Solubility Soluble in water, alcohol, and ether
pH (1% solution) ~1.3 (acidic)
Density (@25°C) ~1.65 g/cm³
Grade Technical / LR / Industrial
Packaging 25 kg HDPE bags / 50 kg fiber drums
Storage Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from moisture, heat, and oxidizing agents. Keep container tightly closed.