HNO₃ — Nitric Acid 68%+

Technical grade Nitric Acid 68%+ for industrial applications. Dual hazard class: IMDG 8 + 5.1. Supplied exclusively in UN-approved jerrycans and square mousers — IBC not permitted for this product.

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Product Specification

Nitric Acid 68%+

Technical grade Nitric Acid 68%+ for industrial applications. Dual hazard class: IMDG 8 + 5.1. Supplied exclusively in UN-approved jerrycans and square mousers — IBC not permitted for this product.

Parameter	Specification
Chemical Name	Nitric Acid
Formula	HNO₃
CAS Number	7697-37-2
Concentration	68%+ (min 68% w/w)
Appearance	Colourless to pale yellow, fuming
UN Number	UN 2031
IMDG Class	8 + 5.1 — Corrosive / Oxidiser
Packing Group	II
IBC Availability	NOT available — jerrycans only

Quick Reference

Purity68%+ minimum

UN NumberUN 2031

IMDG ClassClass 8 + 5.1

Lead Time14–21 days

MOQ1 FCL (~18–22 MT)

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Applications

Key Industry Uses

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Explosives

ANFO and other mining explosives via ammonium nitrate synthesis.

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Fertilisers

Ammonium nitrate and calcium nitrate production.

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Electronics

Printed circuit board etching and cleaning.

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Metal Processing

Stainless steel passivation and bright dipping.

Packaging

UN-Approved Options

Important: IBC (1000L) is NOT available for Nitric Acid 68%+. This product is supplied exclusively in UN-approved HDPE jerrycans (25L/35L) and square mousers (25L/35L) due to IMDG Class 8+5.1 dual-hazard classification.

HDPE Jerrycan

25L / 35L

UN-approved only. IBC not permitted for HNO₃ 68%+.

Square Mouser

25L / 35L

UN-approved HDPE. IBC not available for this product.

Safety & Handling

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Corrosive + Oxidiser

Dual hazard class. Strong oxidiser. Fuming at ambient temperature.

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No IBC

IBC not permitted for HNO₃ 68%+. Jerrycans only.

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Strict PPE

Full face protection and acid-resistant suit required at all times.

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IMDG Class 8+5.1

UN2031, PG II. Special DG handling and segregation required.

Africa Market Context

Primarily sourced by mining explosives manufacturers and fertiliser blenders in Southern and East Africa. Note: import regulations for nitric acid vary significantly by country — buyers should confirm import permits prior to enquiry.

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