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Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum
ACS Grade · 69%
Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- Nitric Acid ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum
- Alliance Code
- nitric-acid-acs-69-55-gallon-drum
- Grade
- ACS Grade
- Concentration
- 69%
- CAS Number
- 7697-37-2PubChem
- Formula
- HNO3PubChem
- Molecular Weight
- 63.013PubChem
- Product Type
- solution
Specifications
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (HNO3) | 68.0-70.0 % | 69.0 % | Acidimetry | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Arsenic (As) | 0.000001 % max | 0.0000001 % | — | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Chloride (Cl) | 0.00005% max | 0.00001 % | — | Supplier specification |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | 0.00002% max | 0.000002 % | — | Supplier specification |
| Iron (Fe) | Max 0.2 ppm | 0.03 ppm | — | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Nitrite (NO2) | 0.0005% | 0.0001 % | — | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Reducing substances to KMnO4 | passes test | Passes test | — | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Phosphate (PO4) | 0.0001 % | 0.00001 % | — | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Residue on ignition (as SO4) | 0.0005 % max | 0.0001 % | — | Supplier specification |
| Sulfate (SO4) | 0.0001% max | 0.00002 % | — | Supplier specification |
| Nickel (Ni) | Max 0.000005 % | 0.0000005 % | ICP-MS | Interpreted |
| Mercury (Hg) | Max 0.0000005 % | 0.00000002 % | Cold vapour AAS | Interpreted |
Specification values are guaranteed limits. Typical values are representative of production lots and are not guaranteed. Lot-specific certificates of analysis ship with every order.
Available GradesSame CAS, alternate grades and concentrations
| Grade | Concentration | Typical Assay | SKU | TDS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This grade ACS Grade | 69% | — | current | current |
| ACS Grade | 70% | — | nitric-acid-70-acs-grade-low-particle | View TDS → |
| Technical | 70% | — | nitric-acid-70-technical-grade | View TDS → |
| Technical | 69% | — | nitric-acid-69-technical-grade | View TDS → |
| Technical | 65% | — | nitric-acid-65-technical-grade | View TDS → |
| Technical | 40% | — | nitric-acid-40 | View TDS → |
| Technical | 30% | — | nitric-acid-30 | View TDS → |
| Technical | 25% | — | nitric-acid-25 | View TDS → |
| Technical | 20% | — | nitric-acid-20 | View TDS → |
| Reagent | 5% | — | nitric-acid-5 | View 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.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless and free from suspended matter or sediment | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Form | Liquid | Published reference |
| Color | 10 max | Supplier specification |
| Odor | Characteristic choking odor | Published reference |
| Specific Gravity (20 °C) | 1.41 | Published reference |
| Density | 1.405 - 1.415 | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Boiling Point | Not characterized for the 69% solution | Published reference |
| Melting Point | Not characterized for the 69% solution | Published reference |
| Vapor Pressure | 48 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024) | Published reference |
| Solubility (water) | Miscible (NIOSH, 2024) | Published reference |
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
| Material | Rating | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| PTFE (Teflon) | Compatible | recommended as a cap for bottles of concentrated nitric acid | itwreagents.com |
| chromium | Compatible | hot nitric acid; protective oxide layer forms (no concentration stated) | itwreagents.com |
| platinum (also gold, iridium) | Compatible | nitric acid alone; attacked by aqua regia (nitric plus hydrochloric acid). No concentration stated. | itwreagents.com |
| most metals (general) | Not recommended | no concentration stated; reaction evolves toxic nitrogen dioxide | itwreagents.com |
| PTFE (Teflon) bottle cap | Compatible | concentrated nitric acid; concentration and temperature not stated | itwreagents.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.
Materials Selection Tool
Showing 16 of 16 materials compatible at the selected envelope.
| Material | Rating | Max T (°C) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Buna-N (NBR) elastomer | Poor | — | Swells and degrades |
EPDM elastomer | Good | 40 | Acceptable but FKM preferred |
Viton (FKM) elastomer | Excellent | 80 | Preferred elastomer |
PTFE fluoropolymer | Excellent | 200 | Universal acid compatibility. |
Borosilicate Glass glass ceramic | Excellent | 100 | Inert to most strong acids (avoid HF). |
Glass (borosilicate) glass ceramic | Excellent | 100 | Inert under all conditions |
316 stainless steel metal | Poor | 25 | Severe pitting; use only for vapors |
Aluminium metal | Not recommended | — | Reacts to form H2 gas |
Carbon Steel metal | Not recommended | — | Catastrophic corrosion; never use. |
Hastelloy C-276 metal | Excellent | 90 | Premium HCl alloy |
Inconel 625 metal | Good | 60 | Acceptable for dilute service |
Tantalum metal | Excellent | 100 | Best-in-class but expensive |
CPVC thermoplastic | Excellent | 90 | Preferred for elevated temperature |
FRP (vinyl ester) thermoplastic | Good | 60 | Common bulk-storage tank material |
HDPE thermoplastic | Excellent | 60 | Standard drum / IBC material |
PVC thermoplastic | Excellent | 60 | Standard piping for ambient service |
Regulatory & Transport
DOT / 49 CFR
- UN Number
- UN203149 CFR 172.101
- Hazard Class
- 8Adjudicated
- Packing Group
- IIAdjudicated
- Proper Shipping Name
- Nitric acid, other than red fuming, with at least 65 percent, but not more than 70 percent nitric acidAdjudicated
GHS / OSHA HazCom 2012
- Signal Word
- DangerAdjudicated
- H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
- EUH071, H272, H290, H314, H331Adjudicated
- P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
- P210, P220, P234, P260, P264, P271, P280, P284, P301+P330+P331, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P310, P311, P320, P321, P363, P370+P378, P403+P233, P405, P501Adjudicated
Occupational Exposure Limits
- OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
- 2 ppm TWAOSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000
- ACGIH TLV
- —no canonical
- NIOSH REL
- 2 ppm TWA / 4 ppm STELNIOSH Pocket Guide
- NIOSH IDLH
- 25 ppmNIOSH Pocket Guide
Transport descriptions reflect 49 CFR 172.101 lookup at time of publication. Sourced data: ECHA CLP Annex VI for harmonised classifications, NIOSH Pocket Guide for REL/IDLH, OSHA Z-Tables for PEL. Always verify against the latest regulatory text before shipment-critical decisions.
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 ACS 69% - 55 Gallon Drum. Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.
Catalog EquivalentsCross-reference vs major chemical suppliers
Sigma-Aldrich
| SKU | Grade | Conc. | Match | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 438073 | ACS Reagent | 70% | Exact | ACS 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
- Raw material in the chemical industry for producing nitrates and fertilizers, and as separating water for parting gold and silveritwreagents.com
- Used in the production of fertilizers, dyes and explosivesitwreagents.com
- Used to produce soluble metal nitratesitwreagents.com
- Analytical detection of aromatic amino acids and proteins via the xanthoprotein reactionitwreagents.com
- Use as an analytical reagent.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
- Store away from direct light.itwreagents.com
- 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
- Bases, active metals (aluminium, zinc), cyanides, sulfides, oxidizing agents. Reacts violently with organic anhydrides.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- 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 at least 65 percent, but not more than 70 percent nitric acid, 8, PG II
Sourced from 49 CFR 172.101. Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.
Revision History
Last reviewed 2026-07-17 by Andre Taki, DOT Hazmat Specialist.
| Version | Date | Change | Trigger |
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| 1.5 | 2026-08-27 | Canonical data updated: 1 field changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.4 | 2026-08-05 | Canonical data updated: 4 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.3 | 2026-07-22 | Canonical data updated: 1 field changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.1 | 2026-07-17 | Canonical data re-verified: 6 fields updated against independent vendor SDSs, CLP Annex VI, 49 CFR, and OSHA HazCom 2024 (GHS classification, hazard/precautionary codes, signal word, physical properties as applicable).
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| 1.2 | 2026-07-17 | Canonical data updated: 3 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.0 | 2026-05-20 | Initial URL-first TDS published from canonical chemistry registry. | initial |
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.