Molekula
Phosphoric acid 85% Food Grade
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Phosphoric acid 85% Food Grade is a clear, colorless corrosive liquid used primarily in food and beverage processing as an acidulant, flavoring agent (E338), and pH adjuster. It’s also employed in pharmaceuticals, detergents, and water treatment. This product meets food-grade standards with a purity of 85% by weight, CAS 7664-38-2, molecular formula H₃PO₄, and molecular weight 98.00 g/mol. Store at ambient temperatures; handle with caution—signal word is *Danger*. Molekula supplies Phosphoric Acid 85% Food Grade from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear Colourless Liquid |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 0.003% |
| Assay | ≥ 85.0% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 2mg/kg |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 2mg/kg |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 10mg/kg |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 0.5mg/kg |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Sodium nitrate (NaNO3) | ≤ 0.0005mg/kg |
| Fluoride (F-) | ≤ 10mg/kg |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90035981 |
| CAS Number | 7664-38-2 |
| IUPAC Name | phosphoric acid |
| EC Number | 231-633-2 |
| Molecular Formula | H3PO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 98.00 |
| Exact Mass | 97.9769 |
| SMILES | OP(=O)(O)O |
| InChIKey | NBIIXXVUZAFLBC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/H3O4P/c1-5(2,3)4/h(H3,1,2,3,4) |
| PubChem CID | 1004 |
| UN Number | UN1805 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2809.20.00.20 |
| Tariff Code | 2809200000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Acide phosphorique
- Acido fosforico
- Acidum phosphoricum
- Evits
- o-Phosphoric acid
- ORTHOPHOSPHORIC ACID
- Phosphoricum acidum
- Phosphorsaeure
- Sonac
- Wc-reiniger
Frequently asked questions
What is 85% food-grade phosphoric acid commonly used for?
It is primarily used in food and beverage applications, such as acidifying agents in soft drinks, flavoring, and preserving agent in processed foods, as well as in pharmaceuticals and industrial cleaning agents.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this phosphoric acid?
The chemical formula is **H₃PO₄**, and the molecular weight is **98.00 g/mol**.
What safety classification does this product have, and how should it be handled?
The product has a **Signal Word: Danger** due to its corrosive nature. Always use appropriate PPE (gloves, goggles, and protective clothing) and handle in a well-ventilated area.
How should 85% food-grade phosphoric acid be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from incompatible substances like strong oxidizers, metals, and bases.
Does Molekula supply this product in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer **85% food-grade phosphoric acid in bulk**, with flexible packaging options (drums, IBCs, or tanker loads) depending on order volume.
What documentation is provided with an order of this product?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS)**, and **food-grade compliance documentation** (e.g., FDA/USP/Ph. Eur. where applicable).
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