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Sulfuric Acid 96% ACS Grade
ACS Grade · 96%
- CAS number
- 7664-93-9
- UN number
- UN1830
- Hazard class · packing group
- 8 · PG II
- Structure
Structure · PubChem - Grade
- ACS Grade · 96%
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazards
- Proper shipping name
- Sulfuric acid with more than 51 percent acid
Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- Sulfuric Acid 96% ACS Grade
- Alliance Code
- sulfuric-acid-96-acs-grade
- Grade
- ACS Grade
- Concentration
- 96%
- CAS Number
- 7664-93-9PubChem
- Formula
- —PubChem
- Molecular Weight
- 98.08PubChem
- Product Type
- Solution
Specifications
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (H2SO4) | 95.0 to 98.0 % | 95.7 % | Titration with NaOH | Interpreted |
| Ammonium (NH4) | 2 ppm max | 0.21 ppm | — | Interpreted |
| Arsenic (As) | 0.01 ppm max. | 0.0019 ppm | — | Interpreted |
| Chloride (Cl) | 0.2 ppm max. | 0.048 ppm | — | Interpreted |
| Color, APHA | 10 max. | 6 | — | Interpreted |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 1 ppm max. | 0.08 ppm | — | Interpreted |
| Iron (Fe) | =<0.2 ppm | 0.050 ppm | — | Interpreted |
| Mercury (Hg) | < 5 ppb max. | 0.17 ppb | — | Interpreted |
| Nitrate (NO3) | 0.5 ppm max | 0.12 ppm | — | Interpreted |
| Substances Reducing Permanganate (as SO2) | 2 ppm max. | 0.32 ppm | — | Interpreted |
| Residue after Ignition | 5 ppm max. | 0.9 ppm | — | Interpreted |
| Selenium (Se) | 0.02 ppm max. | 0.0044 ppm | Hydride generation AAS / ICP-MS | Interpreted |
| 0.1 µm | 750 pcs/ml max | 47 | — | Interpreted |
| aluminum | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| antimony | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| barium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| beryllium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| bismuth | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| boron | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| cadmium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| calcium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| chromium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| cobalt | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| copper | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| gallium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| germanium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| gold | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| lead | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| lithium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| magnesium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| manganese | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| molybdenum | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| nickel | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| niobium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| phosphate | 100 ppb max | < 100 | — | Interpreted |
| potassium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| silver | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| sodium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| strontium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| tantalum | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| thallium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| tin | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| titanium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| vanadium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| zinc | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
| zirconium | 0.1 ppb max | < 0.1 | — | Interpreted |
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
| Grade | Concentration | Typical Assay | SKU | TDS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This grade ACS Grade | 96% | — | current | current |
| Technical Grade | 93% | — | sulfuric-acid-93-technical-grade | View TDS → |
| Technical | 70% | — | sulfuric-acid-70 | View TDS → |
| — | 50% | — | sulfuric-acid-50-electrolyte-grade | View TDS → |
| — | 37% | — | sulfuric-acid-37-battery-acid | View TDS → |
| Technical | 30% | — | sulfuric-acid-30 | 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 | Dense, clear liquid | Adjudicated |
| Form | Liquid | Published reference |
| Odor | Odorless | Published reference |
| pH | < 1 | Adjudicated |
| Specific Gravity | 1.84 at 20 °C (water = 1) | Adjudicated |
| Density | 1.841 (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink | Published reference |
| Boiling Point | 295–315 °C (563–599 °F) | Adjudicated |
| Melting Point | -15 °C (5 °F) | Adjudicated |
| Flash Point | N/A | Published reference |
| Vapor Pressure | < 0.01 hPa at 20 °C | Adjudicated |
| Vapor Density | 3.4 (air = 1) | Adjudicated |
| Solubility (water) | Miscible with water, releasing intense heat. Always add acid slowly to water, never water to acid. | Adjudicated |
| Viscosity | 26.9 mPa·s at 20 °C | 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 ConstructionService envelope ≈ 96%
MOC ratings are required for this chemical class but no compatibility data has been seeded yet. Treat as no-data and consult Alliance Technical Services before equipment selection.
Regulatory & Transport
DOT / 49 CFR
- UN Number
- UN183049 CFR 172.101
- Hazard Class
- 8Adjudicated
- Packing Group
- IIAdjudicated
- Proper Shipping Name
- Sulfuric acid with more than 51 percent acidAdjudicated
GHS / OSHA HCS 2024
- Signal Word
- DangerAdjudicated
- H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
- H290, H314, H335Adjudicated
- P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
- P234, P260, P261, P264, P271, P280, P301+P330+P331, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P310, P321, P363, P390, P403+P233, P405, P406, P501Adjudicated
Occupational Exposure Limits
- OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
- 1 mg/m³ TWAOSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000
- ACGIH TLV
- 0.2 mg/m³ TWA (thoracic fraction); A2 for strong inorganic acid mists containing sulfuric acidAdjudicated
- NIOSH REL
- 1 mg/m³ TWANIOSH Pocket Guide
- NIOSH IDLH
- 15 mg/m³NIOSH Pocket Guide
Transport descriptions reflect 49 CFR 172.101 lookup at time of publication. Sourced data: NIOSH Pocket Guide for REL/IDLH, OSHA Z-Tables for PEL. Always verify against the latest regulatory text before shipment-critical decisions.
Health & Fire Hazard
Acute Toxicology
- LD₅₀ Oral (rat)
- 2,140 mg/kgAdjudicated
- LC₅₀ Inhalation (rat, 4 h)
- 0.375 mg/L (mist)Adjudicated
Acute toxicology values from SDS Section 11 or NIOSH RTECS.
Supplier Qualification Packet
One zipped download containing the TDS, SDS, latest lot COA (when available), and a fresh Letter of Continuing Guaranty for Sulfuric Acid 96% ACS Grade. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 258105 | ACS Reagent | 95-98% | Unverified candidate | ACS Reagent 95–98% |
Cross-references are informational. Confirm against the manufacturer's current specification before substitution. Competitor trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Applications
- Oxidizing and dehydrating agent in chemical processinglookpolymers.com
- Treatment of metals (metallurgy) and purification of petroleumlookpolymers.com
- pH control in water treatmentlookpolymers.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
- Keep tightly closed in acid-resistant containers in a cool, dry, ventilated area, away from water, bases, organics and metals. To dilute, add the acid slowly to water while stirring; never add water to the acid.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
- Water (violent reaction with heat and spattering); bases; organic and combustible materials; reducing agents; chlorates, permanganates, nitrates, picrates, fulminates and carbides; cyanides and sulfides (release toxic gases); powdered metals and most metals (release flammable hydrogen).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)
UN1830, Sulfuric acid with more than 51 percent 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, Chief Commercial Officer, DOT Hazmat–certified (49 CFR 172.704).
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| 1.8 | 2026-10-12 | Canonical data updated: 1 field changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.7 | 2026-10-07 | Canonical data updated: 3 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.6 | 2026-10-06 | Canonical data updated: 22 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.5 | 2026-10-05 | Canonical data updated: 2 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.4 | 2026-09-30 | Canonical data updated: 3 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.3 | 2026-08-05 | Canonical data updated: 1 field changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.2 | 2026-07-22 | Canonical data updated: 2 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.1 | 2026-07-17 | Canonical data re-verified: 4 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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| 1.0 | 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.