Molekula
Sulfuric acid
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Sulfuric acid is a highly corrosive mineral acid used in industrial processes, chemical synthesis, and laboratory applications. It is a key reagent in fertilizer production, petroleum refining, and metal processing. Available in concentrations ranging from 93% to 98%, it is stored at ambient temperatures. CAS: 7664-93-9, Molecular formula: H2O4S, Molecular weight: 98.08 g/mol. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Sulfuric acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 L — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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250 mL — £22.00 per pack ex VAT · £26.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless to pale yellow liquid |
| Colour (Pt-Co) | ≤ 50 |
| Grade | Technical Grade |
| Sulfuric Acid | 95.0 - 98.0% (w/w) |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless, oily liquid |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 10.31 °C |
| Boiling Point | 337 °C |
| Density | 1.8 (relative, water = 1) |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.001 mmHg |
| pKa | pKa = 1.92 |
Source: PubChem CID 1118 (HSDB, ICSC, The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 23238854 |
| CAS Number | 7664-93-9 |
| IUPAC Name | sulfuric acid |
| EC Number | 231-639-5 |
| Molecular Formula | H2SO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 98.08 |
| Exact Mass | 97.9674 |
| SMILES | OS(=O)(=O)O |
| InChIKey | QAOWNCQODCNURD-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/H2O4S/c1-5(2,3)4/h(H2,1,2,3,4) |
| PubChem CID | 1118 |
| UN Number | UN1830 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2807000000 |
| Tariff Code | 2807000000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H314 (sub cat. 1A) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P234 Keep only in original container
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- 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 sulfurique
- Acidum sulfuricum
- Battery acid
- Dihydrogen sulfate
- Dipping acid
- Electrolyte acid
- Mattling acid
- Schwefelsaeure
- Sulphuric acid
- Sulphuricum acidum
Frequently asked questions
What is sulfuric acid used for?
Sulfuric acid is commonly used in chemical synthesis, industrial cleaning, battery manufacturing, and as a catalyst in various reactions.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sulfuric acid?
The formula is H2O4S and the molecular weight is 98.08 g/mol.
How should sulfuric acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature in a well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.
What grade of sulfuric acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies reagent grade sulfuric acid, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply sulfuric acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply sulfuric acid in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for volume pricing and delivery options.
What documentation comes with a sulfuric acid order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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