Acetic Acid

Acetic Acid

Chemical Formula: CH3COOH

Product Description

Acetic Acid (Ethanoic Acid) is a clear, colourless liquid with a sharp, pungent vinegar-like odour. It is one of the most important organic acids in industrial chemistry, used as a raw material, solvent, and reagent across textiles, pharmaceuticals, food, and chemical manufacturing. Ganga Chemicals supplies high-purity Acetic Acid of consistent quality pan India.

Available Grades

  • Commercial Grade
  • Industrial Grade
  • Pharma Grade

Industries Served

Textiles & Synthetic Fibres
Pharmaceuticals
Food & Flavours
Paints & Coatings
Adhesives & Polymers
Chemical Synthesis

Applications

  • Production of vinyl acetate monomer (VAM) for paints and adhesives
  • Manufacture of cellulose acetate for textiles and photographic film
  • Synthesis of acetic anhydride, acetate esters, and other chemicals
  • Pharmaceutical intermediate in synthesis of aspirin and other APIs
  • Food-grade acidulant and flavouring agent (glacial/dilute forms)
  • Solvent in coatings, inks, and resin manufacturing
  • Purified terephthalic acid (PTA) production for polyester fibres

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
AppearanceClear, colourless liquid
Assay (CH3COOH)≥ 99.5% (Glacial)
Boiling Point117–118°C
Density1.049 g/cm³ at 20°C
Water Content≤ 0.15%
Colour (APHA)≤ 10