Description

Essential Organic Solvents: Acetic Acid

Acetic acid (systematically named ethanoic acid) is a fundamental simple carboxylic acid characterized by its pungent odor, clear liquid appearance, and versatile chemical reactivity. Recognized for its hydrophilic protic solvent properties, it serves as an indispensable reagent, building block, and neutralizing agent across industrial manufacturing, pharmaceutical formulation, and laboratory analytical chemistry.

Technical & Product Specifications

• Sample Size: 50ml

• Purity: 99% Purity

• CAS No.: 64-19-7

• Molar Mass: 60.05 g/mol

Chemical Properties and High-Purity Grades

Understanding molecular characteristics is vital for accurate stoichiometry and solution preparation. The calculated acetic acid molar mass of 60.05 g/mol allows researchers to prepare precise volumetric standardizations and titration reagents.

When working with anhydrous formulations, water-free concentrations are essential. Utilizing glacial acetic acid—the undiluted, pure form of the compound containing less than 1% water—prevents unwanted hydrolytic side reactions during organic synthesis. It freezes just below room temperature (~16.6°C), forming ice-like crystals that demonstrate its high structural purity.

Key Industrial and Medical Applications

The versatility of this carboxylic acid spans critical medical, analytical, and industrial domains:

• Pharmaceutical & Medical Formulations: Dilute solutions are extensively utilized as anti-infective agents. Formulated acetic acid ear drops serve as an effective treatment for otitis externa (swimmer’s ear), creating an acidic environment in the ear canal that inhibits bacterial and fungal growth.

• Chemical Manufacturing: Functions as a primary precursor in the production of vinyl acetate monomer (VAM) for adhesives, purified terephthalic acid (PTA) for PET plastics, and acetic anhydride.

• Laboratory Solvent: Acts as an ideal polar protic solvent for recrystallization, organic transformations, and chromatographic separations.

Handling Procedures & Laboratory Safety

Due to its corrosive nature in concentrated forms, strict protocols must be observed during storage and transfer. Reviewing the official acetic acid sds (Safety Data Sheet) ensures personnel understand hazard classifications, appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency spill containment, and proper ventilation requirements under global chemical safety standards.

Sourcing High-Purity Reagents

For academic research facilities, clinical laboratories, and industrial formulators requiring dependable organic solvents, Receptor Chemicals provides analytical-grade compounds engineered for batch-to-batch consistency. Our supply chain guarantees the purity and chemical stability required for demanding synthesis and testing workflows.