Nitric Acid
- CAS Number
- 7697-37-2
- HSN Code
- 28080010
- Molecular Formula
- HNO3
- Catalogue Number
- AL3256
- Purity
- 69%
- Molecular Weight
- 63.01 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Nitric acid is a nitrogen oxoacid of formula HNO3 in which the nitrogen atom is bonded to a hydroxy group and by equivalent bonds to the remaining two oxygen atoms. It has a role as a reagent and a protic solvent.
Also known as Aqua fortis, Nitric acid solution.
- Catalogue No.
- AL3256
- CAS Number
- 7697-37-2
- Molecular Formula
- HNO3
- Molecular Weight
- 63.01 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28080010
- Grade
- AR grade
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -41.6 °C; Boiling point: 83 °C; Density: 1.5129 g/cu cm at 20 °C; Solubility: Very soluble in water.
- Appearance
- Transparent, colorless, or yellowish, fuming, hygroscopic, corrosive liquid
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle with tin cap, 1 Lt glass bottle with tin cap, 2.5 Lt glass bottle with tin cap
- Storage
- Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents, bases, organic chemicals and food and feedstuffs. Cool. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store only in original container.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Nitric Acid
- Catalogue No.
- AL3256
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 7697-37-2
- EC Number
- 231-714-2
- Grade
- AR grade
- EC Index Number
- 007-004-00-1
- Chemical Formula
- HNO3
- HSN Code
- 28080010
- Synonyms
- Aqua fortis, Nitric acid solution
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Analytical reagent, oxidizing agent
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Ox. Liq. 3; Skin Corr. 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 944 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Oxidizer, Corrosive
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H272: May intensify fire; oxidizer; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Corrosive to metals, may cause severe burns to skin and eyes.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Nitric Acid
- CAS No.
- 7697-37-2
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Burning sensation, coughing, shortness of breath, and severe skin burns.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Nitric acid is a strong oxidizer and can cause fire or explosion in contact with flammable materials.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and ventilate. Neutralize with sodium bicarbonate or lime, then absorb with inert material.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. Ventilation. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a fume hood. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment including gloves and goggles.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents, bases, organic chemicals and food and feedstuffs. Cool. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store only in original container.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless to pale yellow
- Odour
- Characteristic choking odor
- Odour threshold
- No data available
- pH value
- < 1
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- No data available
- Melting point
- -41.6 °C
- Freezing point
- No data available
- Boiling point
- 83 °C
- Flash point
- No data available
- Auto-ignition temperature
- No data available
- Decomposition temperature
- No data available
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable, but a strong oxidizer
- Vapour pressure
- 0.7 kPa at 20°C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Relative vapor density (air = 1): 2.2
- Density
- 1.5129 g/cu cm at 20 °C
- Solubility
- Very soluble in water
- Log Pow
- -0.21
- Viscosity, kinematic
- No data available
- Viscosity, dynamic
- No data available
- Explosive properties
- No data available
- Oxidising properties
- Strong oxidizer
- Explosive limits
- No data available
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Reacts violently with reducing agents, organic materials, and bases.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on warming. This produces toxic and irritating fumes and gases including nitrogen oxides. The substance is a strong oxidant.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Reducing agents, organic materials, bases, and metals.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- On exposure to atmospheric humidity or heat there is decomposition with the formation of nitrogen peroxide.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LC50 Sheep inhalation 0.004 mg/L 4 hr; LC50 Rat inhalation 7 mg/L 1hr; LC50 Mouse inhalation 67 ppm/4hr
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 2031
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 2031
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 2031
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 2031
- UN-No. (RID)
- 2031
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Nitric acid
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Nitric acid
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Nitric acid
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Nitric acid
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Nitric acid
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 8 (5.1)
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as an analytical-grade acid reagent for trace-metal digestion and AAS/ICP sample preparation. It is also utilized in the production of fertilizers, explosives, and in various chemical syntheses.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL01093
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 63.01 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | 69% | 69.2% |
| Density | 1.41 g/mL | 1.41 g/mL |
| pH | < 1 | 0.5 |
| Freezing Point | -42°C | -42°C |
| Boiling Point | 83°C | 83°C |
The above product is expected to comply with AR grade grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AR grade | 69% | m.p. -41.6 °C; b.p. 83 °C | < 1% | < 0.01% | None detected | Very soluble in water |
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