Chemical Manufacturing

Chemical Manufacturing, O, Textile & Dyeing

Oxalic Acid 96.6% / 99% / 95% (C₂H₂O₄)

Oxalic Acid 96.6% / 99% / 95% Oxalic Acid is a white, crystalline organic compound with strong acidic properties. It is naturally found in certain plants (like spinach and rhubarb) but is industrially produced for its use in metal cleaning, dyeing, leather processing, and chemical synthesis. Available in various purities (96.6%, 99%, 95%), it is known for its excellent chelating and rust-removing capabilities. Though biodegradable, it is corrosive and toxic in high doses and must be handled with appropriate safety precautions. Synonyms Ethanedioic Acid ; Oxiric Acid ; Dicarboxylic Acid ; Acid of Sugar (archaic) ; OXA, Oxalin ; Ethanedioic Acid Formula C₂H₂O₄ CAS No 144‑62‑7 HS Code 29171110 Industries We Serve Textile & Dye Industry Leather Industry Metal Treatment Industry Pharmaceutical Industry Chemical Industry Rare Earth and Mineral Processing Woodworking & Restoration Applications Powerful chelating and descaling agent used to remove rust, stains, and oxides from metals. Used as a bleaching agent and in color stripping and dye discharge processes. Assists in deliming hides and removing lime after tanning. Removes water marks, stains, and graying from wood; often used by furniture restorers. Used as an intermediate in the manufacture of certain medicines and fine chemicals. Involved in precipitating rare earth metals and other metal separation processes. Key ingredient in toilet bowl cleaners, stain removers, and rust-dissolving formulations. Serves as a reducing agent and base chemical in manufacturing oxalates, cobalt oxalate, and other derivatives.

Chemical Manufacturing, S

Sulphur (Granular / Powder form) (S₈)

Sulphur (Granular / Powder form) Sulphur is a yellow, non-metallic element known for its wide industrial versatility. In granular or powdered form, it is a vital raw material in the production of fertilizers, sulphuric acid, rubber vulcanization agents, and pesticides. It also plays a crucial role in metal refining, explosives, and pharmaceuticals. Elemental sulphur is non-toxic but flammable in fine powder form. It is typically used in agriculture to improve soil nutrition and combat fungal diseases, making it essential in both chemical and agro-based industries. Synonyms Elemental Sulphur ; Brimstone ; Sulfur Powder ; Refined Sulphur (Granular or Powdered form) Formula S₈ CAS No 7704-34-9 HS Code 25030010 Industries We Serve Fertilizer Industry Chemical Industry Rubber Industry Pharmaceutical & Cosmetics Industry Explosives & Pyrotechnics Paper & Pulp Industry Detergent Industry Mining & Metallurgy Textile Industry Agriculture (Pest Control) Applications Used to manufacture sulphur-based fertilizers like ammonium sulphate and elemental sulphur fertilizers. Helps correct sulphur-deficient soils and improves crop yield. Primary raw material for producing sulphuric acid (H₂SO₄) — one of the most widely used industrial chemicals. Crucial in the vulcanization process, which strengthens and elasticizes rubber for tires, hoses, and footwear. Used directly as a natural pesticide, miticide, and fungicide for protecting crops against mildew, rust, and mites. A key ingredient in black powder (gunpowder) and fireworks, acting as a fuel in the reaction. Used in topical creams, soaps, and ointments for treating acne, eczema, dandruff, and fungal infections. Used in the Kraft pulping process to produce wood pulp for paper. Intermediate in producing sodium sulphide, sulphur dioxide, and various organic sulphur compounds. Plays a role in metal ore flotation, leaching, and refining processes. Basis of sulphur dyes used for dyeing cotton and other cellulose-based fabrics.

Chemical Manufacturing, N

Nitric Acid (60-62%) / (68%) (HNO₃)

Nitric Acid (60-62%) / (68%) Nitric Acid is a highly corrosive and strong mineral acid widely used in chemical manufacturing. At concentrations of 60–68%, it is especially valued for its strong oxidizing properties. It is a key raw material in the production of fertilizers (ammonium nitrate), explosives (TNT, nitroglycerin), dyes, and pharmaceuticals. In metal treatment, it’s used for pickling and cleaning stainless steel. Due to its reactivity, it must be handled with care under controlled conditions. Synonyms Spirit of Niter ; Hydrogen Nitrate ; Engraver’s Acid ; Aqua Fortis Formula HNO₃ CAS No 7697-37-2 HS Code 28080010 Industries We Serve Fertilizer Industry Explosives Industry Pharmaceutical Industry Dye & Pigment Industry Metal Treatment & Mining Chemical Manufacturing Steel & Electroplating Industry Petrochemical Industry Laboratories & Research Applications Used in the production of ammonium nitrate, a key nitrogen-based fertilizer. Essential for making nitroglycerin, TNT, and other nitrated explosives. Used in organic synthesis and production of intermediates for medicines. Participates in nitration reactions to produce azo dyes and colorants. Used in etching, metal purification, and ore leaching. Acts as a nitrating agent and oxidizer in the synthesis of various chemicals. Involved in pickling stainless steel and surface cleaning processes. Applied in the manufacture of intermediates and lubricants. Commonly used analytical reagent and oxidizer in labs.

Chemical Manufacturing, S

Sulphamic Acid (Crystal/Powder) (H₃NSO₃)

Sulphamic Acid (Crystal/Powder) Sulphamic acid (H₃NSO₃), also known as sulfamic acid, is a white, crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water. It is a versatile and widely used industrial chemical, typically available in crystal or powder form. Sulphamic acid is known for its strong acidic properties and is used in various applications, including cleaning, descaling, and chemical synthesis. Sulfamic acid (H3NSO3) may be considered an intermediate compound between sulfuric acid (H2SO4), and sulfamide (H4N2SO2), effectively replacing a hydroxyl (–OH) group with an amine (–NH2) group at each step. This pattern can extend no further in either direction without breaking down the sulfonyl (–SO2–) moiety. Synonyms Sulfamic Acid ; Amidosulfonic Acid ; Sulfamic Acid Powder ; Sulfamic Acid Crystals ; Amidosulfonic Acid ; Sulfamidic Acid Formula H₃NSO₃ CAS No 5329-14-6 HS Code 28111990 Industries We Serve Chemical Manufacturing Industry Water Treatment Pharmaceutical Industry Agriculture Industry Textile Industry Food Industry Detergents Cosmetics Construction Applications Widely used as a descaling agent for boilers, heat exchangers, condensers, and cooling towers. Common ingredient in toilet bowl cleaners, descalers, and detergents due to its strong cleaning action. Serves as a precursor and stabilizer in dye manufacturing processes. Used in bleaching and as a de-inking agent. Applied for metal surface treatment and rust removal. Acts as a catalyst in polymerization reactions. Utilized in textile treatments for fixing dyes and improving color fastness.

Chemical Manufacturing, S, Water Treatment

Sodium Metabisulphite (Na2S2O5)

Sodium Metabisulphite Sodium Metabisulphite is a white crystalline powder with a pungent sulfur dioxide odor. It is widely used as a preservative, antioxidant, and disinfectant in food, water treatment, and pharmaceuticals. The chemical also finds applications in textiles, mining, and photography due to its strong reducing properties. Synonyms Sodium Pyrosulfite, Disodium Pyrosulfite, Pyrosulfurous Acid, Disodium Salt, Sodium Disulphite, SMBS Formula Na₂S₂O₅ CAS No 7681-57-4 HS Code 28321090 Industries We Serve Food and Beverage Industry Chemical Industry Textile Industry Photography Pharmaceutical Industry Water Treatment Mining Industry Pulp and Paper Industry Cosmetics and Personal Care Textile Industry Applications Acts as a preservative and antioxidant (E223) in processed foods. Prevents browning in dried fruits, juices, and beverages. Used in wine and beer making to control microbial growth and oxidation. Removes chlorine and dissolved oxygen from wastewater and drinking water. Applied in boiler water treatment to prevent corrosion. Employed as a purifying agent in antibiotic production. Used as a conservant in medicines and formulations. Sometimes used in photographic developers and medical disinfectants. Functions as a bleaching agent for wool, silk, and jute. Helps in dyeing and printing processes as a reducing agent. Used in ore flotation (e.g., gold extraction) to prevent oxidation. Serves as a reducing agent in various chemical processes. Utilized in fixing baths to prevent oxidation of developing solutions. Applied in the tanning process for hides and skins.

Chemical Manufacturing, G, Textile & Dyeing

Glacial Acetic Acid (CH3COOH)

Glacial Acetic Acid Glacial Acetic Acid is a clear, colorless liquid organic acid with a sharp, vinegar-like odor and high purity. It is known for its strong acidity, excellent solvent properties, and stability, making it an essential chemical in various industrial applications. Synonyms Ethanic Acid ; Acetic Acid (Glacial) ; Glacial Ethanoic Acid ; Glacial Acetic Acid Solution ; Acetum (historical term) ; GAA Formula CH₃COOH CAS No 64-19-7 HS Code 29152100 Industries We Serve Chemical Industry Pharmaceutical Industry Food and Beverage Industry Textile Industry Plastic Industry Solvents and Cleaners Agriculture Industry Electronics Industry Paints and Coatings Laboratories Applications Use as a solvent in photographic film. Preparation of dyes and inks. Manufacture of substrates. Fabrication of polyvinyl acetate for wood glue. Production of white lead, manufacture of pesticides, and to produce soft drinking bottles. Used as a raw material in the production of acetate salts and esters, such as acetate of soda, acetate of lead, and ethyl acetate. Used in the production of pharmaceuticals. Used in the production of vinegar. Used in the textile industry to fix dyes and improve color fastness in fabrics. Used in the production of acetate plastics, such as celluloid. Used as a solvent in various industrial applications. Used in the production of herbicides. Used in the electronics industry for etching and cleaning electronic components and circuit boards. Used in the formulation of paints and coatings. Used as a reagent in various chemical reactions.

Chemical Manufacturing, F, Pharmaceutical & Food

Formic Acid / Methanoic Acid (CH2O2)

Formic Acid Formic Acid 85% is a clear, colorless liquid with a sharp, pungent odor. It is a high-purity organic acid valued for its strong acidity, stability, and versatile use as an intermediate in various chemical processes. Synonyms Methanoic Acid ; Formic Acid (85%) ; Hydroxyacetic Acid ; Acidum Formicum (historical or scientific term) Formula CH₂O₂ CAS No 64-18-6 HS Code 29151100 Industries We Serve Chemical Industry Agriculture Industry Leather Industry Textile Industry Pharmaceutical Industry Food Industry Cleaning and Sanitizing Water Treatment Energy Industry Metal Industry Applications Used in the synthesis of various chemicals and compounds. Used in the production of formic acid esters, such as methyl formate and ethyl formate. Used in some sanitizing formulations to disinfect and clean surfaces. Used in water treatment to adjust the pH levels. Used to clean and etch metals. Used in the production of biofuels. Used as a preservative and antimicrobial agent in animal feed. Used in the formulation of certain pesticides and herbicides. Used in the leather industry for tanning and processing leather. Used in textile processing to adjust the pH. Used in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical compounds. Used as reagent in the production of certain drugs and intermediates. Used as a food preservative and acidulant in certain food products. Used in industrial cleaning solutions.

Textile & Dyeing, Chemical Manufacturing, S

Sulphuric Acid / Oil of Vitriol (H2SO4)

Sulphuric Acid Sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) at 98% concentration is one of the most widely used and important industrial chemicals globally. It is a highly corrosive, dense, oily liquid that is colorless to slightly yellow in appearance. Sulfuric acid is known for its strong acidic nature, powerful dehydrating properties, and ability to oxidize, making it a key reactant in a wide variety of chemical processes. In the solid state, sulfuric acid is a molecular solid that forms monoclinic crystals with nearly trigonal lattice parameters. Synonyms Oil of Vitriol, Vitriol, Hydrogen Sulfate, Battery Acid (when used in batteries), Spirit of Sulfur, Formula H₂SO₄ CAS No 7664-93-9 HS Code 28070010 Industries We Serve Chemical Manufacturing Metal Processing Automotive Industry Pharmaceutical Industry Textile Industry Water Treatment Agriculture Industry Pulp and Paper Industry Mining Industry Electronics Industry Detergents and Soaps Food and Beverage Industry Construction Industry Energy Industry Applications Major raw material for manufacturing phosphate fertilizers such as superphosphates and ammonium phosphates. Used in the production of hydrochloric acid, nitric acid, sulfate salts, synthetic detergents, dyes, and pigments. Plays a key role in alkylation processes and removal of impurities during refining. Utilized for pickling of steel and other metals to remove oxides and scale. Serves as the electrolyte in lead-acid batteries for automotive and industrial use. Applied in pH control, neutralization, and treatment of industrial effluents.

Chemical Manufacturing, E, Pharmaceutical & Food

Ethyl Acetate / Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester (C4H8O2)

Ethyl Acetate Ethyl Acetate is a clear, colorless liquid with a sweet, fruity odor used as a solvent in paints, coatings, adhesives, and inks. It also finds applications in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and flavor production. Synonyms Ethyl Acetate ; Acetic Ether ; Ethyl Acetate Solution ; Ethanol Acetate ; Acetoxyethane Formula C₄H₈O₂ CAS No 141-78-6 HS Code 29153100 Industries We Serve Pharmaceutical Industry Paints and Coatings Cosmetics and Personal Care Adhesives and Sealants Printing Industry Textile Industry Applications Used in a variety of coating formulations such as epoxies, urethanes, cellulosics, acrylics, and vinyl. Important solvent for nitrocellulose lacquers. Solvent-based flexographic and rotogravure inks. For the production of glues. Treatment of aluminum foils. In the manufacturing of polyester films and BOPP films. Flexographic & rotogravure printing on flexible packagings. Used in the manufacturing of cleaning fluids, nail-polish removers, and silk, coated papers, artificial leather, photographic films & plates.

A, Chemical Manufacturing

Ammonium Hydroxide / Liquor Ammonia (NH4OH)

Ammonium Hydroxide/Liquor Ammonia Ammonium Hydroxide, also known as Liquor Ammonia, is a clear, colorless aqueous solution of ammonia in water. With a typical strength of 25%, it is recognized for its strong alkalinity and pungent odor. Synonyms Aqueous Ammonia ; Ammonia Solution ; Ammonia Water ; Ammonium Hydrate; Ammonia Liquor ; Spirit of Hartshorn (Historical name) ; Ammonia Aqueous Solution Formula NH₄OH CAS No 1336-21-6 HS Code 28142000 Industries We Serve Chemical Industry Agriculture Industry Water Treatment Cleaning Products Textile Industry Pharmaceutical Industry Food Industry Rubber and Plastics Industry Electronics Industry Mining Industry Pulp and Paper Industry Leather Industry Cosmetics and Personal Care Applications Used as a reagent in the production of various chemicals, including fertilizers, plastics, explosives, and dyes. Used as a nitrogen source in fertilizers. Used in water treatment plants to adjust pH. Utilized in wastewater treatment. Used in dyeing processes to fix dyes onto fabrics. Used in the pharmaceutical industry as a pH adjuster. Used as a food additive (E527) in the food industry to control acidity. Used in the rubber industry to stabilize natural rubber latex. Used in the manufacturing of semiconductors and other electronic components. Used in the mining industry for ore processing and metal extraction. Used in the leather industry during the tanning process to remove hair from hides, neutralize acids, and improve the quality of the leather.

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