CAS 7664-93-9
Sulfuric Acid 98% Min.
CAS 7664-93-9H2SO498.08 g/mol
Sulfuric Acid 98% is vital in fertilizer production, crucial for manufacturing phosphoric acid, superphosphates, and ammonium sulfate. This clear to slightly yellow, oily viscous liquid with a density of 1.84 g/cm³ is used extensively in various industries. Its applications range from forming electrolytes in lead-acid batteries to metal processing, water treatment, and chemical manufacturing. Its availability in East Africa ensures uninterrupted supply for essential industrial processes.
Main applicationFertilizer production — Key in manufacturing phosphoric acid and superphosphates
Sulfuric Acid 98% plays a pivotal role in East African industries, particularly in fertilizer production and metal processing. Its high concentration ensures that processes like battery manufacturing and chemical synthesis proceed efficiently and effectively. With the establishment of local production facilities, supply is more stable despite global market fluctuations.
Also known as
- Sulphuric acid
- Oil of vitriol
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in drums and IBCs.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 7664-93-9
- Chemical formula
- H2SO4
- Molecular weight
- 98.08 g/mol
- Grade
- Industrial grade
- Appearance
- Clear to slightly yellow, oily viscous liquid
- Density
- 1.84 g/cm³
- Concentration
- 98 %
Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. is a high-concentration industrial-grade material, known for its efficacy in key processes. The chemical exhibits a notable density of 1.84 g/cm³ and appears as a clear to slightly yellow, oily viscous liquid. The concentration at 98% makes it suitable for intensive applications, offering consistent quality in large-scale industrial uses. Buyers should specify the required grade and concentration when ordering, ensuring alignment with their specific application needs. Although primarily distributed as an industrial grade, trace impurities and potential availability of higher purity forms should be considered based on the intended use case, such as in electronic vs. industrial settings.
Delivery
Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Fertilizer production — Key in manufacturing phosphoric acid and superphosphates
- Battery manufacturing — Used in electrolyte formulation for lead-acid batteries
- Metal processing — Essential for pickling, rust removal
- Water treatment — pH adjustment and coagulation aid
- Chemical manufacturing — Intermediate for dyes, resins, and pharmaceuticals
- Petroleum refining — Utilized in refining and alkylation
- Textile and leather processing — Used in dyestuff and leather applications
- Paper production — Part of the pulping process
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- High concentration allows for efficient industrial processes
- Clear, viscous form ensures ease of handling and application
- Dense formulation supports precise usage in processes
- Industrial grade supports broad application range
- Available in suitable packaging for large-scale use
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Sulfuric Acid 98% Min.?
The CAS registry number for Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. is 7664-93-9. Its chemical formula is H2SO4, with a molecular weight of 98.08 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Sulfuric Acid 98% Min.?
Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. is also referred to as Sulphuric acid and Oil of vitriol. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. is supplied?
Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. is supplied as Industrial grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What concentration is Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. supplied at?
Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. is supplied at a concentration of 98%. Concentration and assay are separate figures: the concentration describes the strength of the material as supplied, and the certificate of analysis issued for your consignment carries the measured values for that batch.
What does Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. look like?
Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. is described as clear to slightly yellow, oily viscous liquid. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. used for?
Common applications include fertilizer production — Key in manufacturing phosphoric acid and superphosphates, battery manufacturing — Used in electrolyte formulation for lead-acid batteries, metal processing — Essential for pickling, rust removal, water treatment — pH adjustment and coagulation aid, chemical manufacturing — Intermediate for dyes, resins, and pharmaceuticals and petroleum refining — Utilized in refining and alkylation. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Sulfuric Acid 98% Min.?
Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. is supplied to the Water Treatment, Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Mining & Minerals and Oil, Gas & Energy sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. available in?
Available in drums and IBCs. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
What is the HS code for Sulfuric Acid 98% Min.?
Sulfuric Acid 98% Min. is recorded against the EC number 231-639-5 and the HS customs code 2807 00 10. Quote this on customs and export paperwork; it is confirmed again on the commercial invoice for your specific consignment.
Related to Sulfuric Acid 98% Min.
Where this product sits in the catalogue, and the sectors that use it.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
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