Molekula
Phosphoric acid 85 %, meets analytical specification of Ph. Eur., BP, NF, FCC
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Phosphoric acid 85% is a clear, colorless, and odorless inorganic acid commonly used in food and beverage production, pharmaceuticals, and analytical laboratories to adjust pH, as a flavoring agent (E338), and in cleaning solutions. It meets the rigorous standards of Ph. Eur., BP, NF, and FCC, ensuring suitability for high-purity applications. CAS 7664-38-2, molecular formula H3PO4, molecular weight 98.00, stable at ambient storage with a Danger signal word. Molekula supplies Phosphoric acid 85% from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Liquid |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.0005% |
| Assay | 85.0-88.0% |
| Appearance of Solution | Complying |
| Residual Solvents | Complying |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤0.0005% |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤0.0003% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.001% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.0003% |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤0.0001% |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤0.0002% |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤0.001% |
| Zinc (Zn) | ≤0.001% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | Complying |
| Nitrate (NO3-) | Complying |
| Fluoride (F-) | ≤0.0005% |
| Volatile acids | ≤0.001% |
| Phosphite, hypoph (H3PO3) | ≤0.0003% |
| Substance precipitated by NH3 | Complying |
| alkali phosphates | Complying |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90032486 |
| 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
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Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- Acide phosphorique
- Acido fosforico
- Acidum phosphoricum
- Evits
- o-Phosphoric acid
- ORTHOPHOSPHORIC ACID
- Phosphoricum acidum
- Phosphorsaeure
- Sonac
- Wc-reiniger
Frequently asked questions
What is phosphoric acid (85%, Ph. Eur./BP/NF/FCC) commonly used for?
This grade of phosphoric acid is primarily used in pharmaceuticals, food and beverage (e.g., acidulant in sodas), fertilizers, and as a reagent in analytical chemistry due to its high purity and compliance with regulatory standards.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of this phosphoric acid?
The molecular formula is H₃PO₄, and the molecular weight is 98.00 g/mol.
How should phosphoric acid (85%) be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from incompatible substances (e.g., strong oxidizers, bases, or metals).
What grades of phosphoric acid does Molekula supply, and is this FCC/Ph. Eur. grade available in bulk?
Molekula supplies 85% phosphoric acid meeting Ph. Eur., BP, NF, and FCC specifications. Bulk quantities (drums, IBCs, or tanker loads) are available—please contact sales for pricing and logistics.
What documentation is provided with an order of this phosphoric acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS), and batch-specific documentation (e.g., Ph. Eur./FCC compliance certificates) upon request.
Is this phosphoric acid suitable for use in food-grade applications (e.g., beverages or pharmaceuticals)?
Yes, this FCC-grade phosphoric acid meets food and pharmaceutical regulatory standards (Ph. Eur., BP, NF, FCC), making it suitable for acidulants, buffering agents, and analytical reagents in these industries.
Is Phosphoric acid 85 %, meets analytical specification of Ph. Eur., BP, NF, FCC dangerous goods for shipping?
Yes. Phosphoric acid 85 %, meets analytical specification of Ph. Eur., BP, NF, FCC ships as dangerous goods: UN1805, class 8, packing group III.
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