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Technical Data Sheet

Technical Data Sheet

Nitric Acid 20% Technical Grade

Technical · 20%

Alliance Code
nitric-acid-20
確認日
2026-07-17
Revision
1.6
CAS番号
7697-37-2
UN番号
UN2031
危険有害性クラス・容器等級
8 · PG II
構造
2D chemical structure of Nitric Acid 20% Technical Grade
構造・PubChem
グレード
Technical · 20%
注意喚起語
Danger
危険有害性
腐食性刺激性 / 有害性H290 H314 H332
正式輸送品名
Nitric acid, other than red fuming, with not more than 20 percent nitric acid
Last reviewed 2026-07-17 by Andre Taki, Chief Commercial Officer.

Identity & Composition

製品名
Nitric Acid 20% Technical Grade
Alliance Code
nitric-acid-20
グレード
Technical
濃度
20%
CAS番号
7697-37-2PubChem
化学式
HNO3PubChem
分子量
—PubChem
製品種別
Solution

Specifications

TestSpecificationTypicalMethodSource
Assay (HNO3)19.5 - 20.5%20.11 %—Interpreted
Color (APHA)<= 10010—Interpreted
Nitrite (NO2)<=100 ppm0.44 ppm—Interpreted
Chloride (Cl)<= 10 ppm0.021 ppm—Interpreted
Iron (Fe)<= 10 ppm0.0071 ppm—Interpreted
Phosphate (PO4)0.0001 % max0.0000019 %Molybdenum blue colorimetricInterpreted
Substances reducing permanganate (as HNO2)0.00015 % max0.000021 %Titrimetric, KMnO4 decolorizationInterpreted
Lead (Pb)0.0000022% max0.00000018 %—Interpreted
Residue after Ignition4.5 ppm max0.25 ppm—Interpreted
Sulfates (SO4)1.6 ppm max0.044 ppm—Interpreted
fluoride1.5 ppm max0.015 ppm—Interpreted
oxides of nitrogen31 ppm max0.29 ppm—Interpreted
oxidizable constituents as hno24.6 ppm max0.21 ppm—Interpreted
non-volatiles0.016 % max0.000040 %—Interpreted
Composition20 % nitric acid in deionized water, by weightConformsBy formulation; confirmed by specific gravityInterpreted

Values are reproduced from the current product reference. Source labels do not by themselves establish a supplier guarantee or a test result for your lot. Confirm applicable acceptance limits and request lot-specific documentation.

Available GradesSame CAS, alternate grades and concentrations

グレード濃度Typical AssaySKUTDS
This grade Technical20%—currentcurrent
ACS Grade70%—nitric-acid-70-acs-grade-low-particleView TDS →
Technical70%—nitric-acid-70-technical-gradeView TDS →
ACS Grade69%—nitric-acid-acs-69-55-gallon-drumView TDS →
Technical69%—nitric-acid-69-technical-gradeView TDS →
ACS Grade65%—nitric-acid-65View TDS →
Technical65%—nitric-acid-65-technical-gradeView TDS →
Technical40%—nitric-acid-40View TDS →
Technical30%—nitric-acid-30View TDS →
Technical25%—nitric-acid-25View TDS →
Technical5%—nitric-acid-5View TDS →

Typical assay shown is the rolling-window mean from the sibling product's most recent lots. Grade selection drives downstream end-use — verify the sibling grade matches your specification before substitution.

物理的及び化学的性質

Property値Source
外観Clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquidAdjudicated
形状LiquidPublished reference
臭いAcrid, pungent odorAdjudicated
pH< 1Adjudicated
比重1.11 at 20 °C (water = 1)Adjudicated
密度1.117 (20% w/w aqueous solution, 20 °C)Published reference
沸点Not characterized for the 20% solutionPublished reference
融点Not characterized for the 20% solutionPublished reference
引火点該当しないAdjudicated
蒸気圧48 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024)Published reference
Solubility (water)Completely miscible with water (releases heat)Adjudicated

Strong acid — density and vapor-pressure values shown are at 20 °C; values shift markedly with concentration and temperature. Reference concentration-temperature curves before specifying equipment.

Materials of Construction

MaterialRatingConditionsSource
chromiumCompatiblehot nitric acid; concentration not stateditwreagents.com

Compatibility is drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation for this product; each rating is sourced. Confirm against your specific duty cycle before equipment selection.

Regulatory & Transport

DOT / 49 CFR

国連番号
UN203149 CFR 172.101
危険有害性クラス
8Adjudicated
容器等級
IIAdjudicated
正式輸送品名
Nitric acid, other than red fuming, with not more than 20 percent nitric acidAdjudicated

GHS / OSHA HCS 2024

注意喚起語
DangerAdjudicated
H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
H290, H314, H332Adjudicated
P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
P234, P260, P264, P271, P280, P301+P330+P331, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P310, P321, P363, P390, P405, P406, P501Adjudicated

許容濃度

OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
2 ppm TWAOSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000
ACGIH TLV
2 ppm TWA / 4 ppm STELAdjudicated
NIOSH REL
2 ppm TWA / 4 ppm STELNIOSH Pocket Guide
NIOSH IDLH
25 ppmNIOSH Pocket Guide

輸送情報は発行時点の49 CFR 172.101の照会結果を反映しています。データ出典:REL/IDLHはNIOSH Pocket Guide、PELはOSHA Zテーブル。出荷に関わる重要な判断の前に、必ず最新の規制本文で確認してください。

Health & Fire Hazard

Acute Toxicology

LC₅₀ Inhalation (rat, 4 h)
> 2.65 mg/L (nitric acid); the basis for the inhalation classification by dilutionAdjudicated

急性毒性値はSDS第11項またはNIOSH RTECSによる。

Supplier Qualification Packet

One zipped download containing the TDS, SDS, latest lot COA (when available), and a fresh Letter of Continuing Guaranty for Nitric Acid 20% Technical Grade. Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.

Download audit packet

Catalog EquivalentsCross-reference vs major chemical suppliers

Sigma-Aldrich

SKUグレードConc.MatchNotes
438073ACS Reagent70%Unverified candidateACS Reagent fuming-free 70%

Cross-references are informational. Confirm against the manufacturer's current specification before substitution. Competitor trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Applications

  • Used as a laboratory chemical, chemical reagent and oxidizerlaballey.com
  • Used for gold recovery, etching, and testing jewelry and silverlaballey.com
  • Production of fertilizers, dyes, and explosives.itwreagents.com
  • Production of soluble metal nitrates.itwreagents.com
  • Detection of aromatic amino acids and proteins through the xanthoprotein reaction.itwreagents.com

Applications are drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation; each is sourced. Suitability for a specific use is the buyer's to confirm.

Storage & Handling

Recommended Storage
ポリエチレン、ガラス、またはステンレス鋼製の容器に密閉して保管すること。通常の金属製容器は絶対に使用しないこと。塩基、漂白剤、有機物、および可燃物から遠ざけること。Adjudicated
Handling Precautions
Use full PPE including face shield, acid-resistant gloves and apron. Add acid to water slowly with stirring; never reverse. Ventilation required.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
Incompatibilities
塩基;可燃物及び有機物、アルコール類及び溶剤;還元剤;シアン化物及び硫化物;ほとんどの金属(窒素酸化物及び水素を発生);漂白剤(塩素を発生)。Adjudicated
Shelf Life
Consult Technical Services for product-specific shelf life

For full hazard, PPE, and emergency response guidance, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product. The SDS controls in all cases where guidance differs.

Packaging & Logistics

Shipping Description (US DOT)

UN2031, Nitric acid, other than red fuming, with not more than 20 percent nitric acid, 8, PG II

Sourced from 49 CFR 172.101. Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.

NMFC Class
60
Placard
Corrosive
容器等級
PG II

Revision History

Last reviewed 2026-07-17 by Andre Taki, Chief Commercial Officer, DOT Hazmat–certified (49 CFR 172.704).

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This Technical Data Sheet is provided for technical reference. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) controls in all cases where guidance differs. Values reflect Alliance Chemical canonical data at time of generation; subsequent revisions are recorded in the Revision History above.

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