Phosphoric Acid 85%

Description

Genome Specialities FZC is a trusted supplier of phosphoric acid  a 85%,  high-purity, aqueous solution of phosphoric acid supplied as a clear, colorless, viscous liquid. non-volatile, strongly acidic chemical widely used across fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, metal treatment, water treatment, detergents, and various industrial applications.

Its excellent solubility in water, strong acidifying properties, and versatile chemical reactivity make Phosphoric Acid 85% an important raw material for numerous industrial and commercial processes

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Chemical Properties

Property	Description
Appearance	Colorless, viscous liquid
Odor	Odorless
Density	~1.685 g/cm³ at 25 °C
Boiling point	~158 °C (concentrated solution may decompose)
Melting point	~21 °C (for 85% solution)
Solubility in water	Completely miscible
pH	Strongly acidic (≈1 for 85% solution)
Viscosity	High, syrupy
Corrosiveness	Corrosive to metals and tissue
Volatility	Low

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Key Applications

Fertilizer Manufacturing

Phosphoric acid is an essential raw material in the production of phosphate fertilizers.

• Diammonium phosphate (DAP)
• Monoammonium phosphate (MAP)
• Triple superphosphate (TSP)
• Other phosphate-based fertilizers

It provides an important source of phosphorus, a key nutrient required for healthy plant growth.

Food & Beverage Industry

Food-grade phosphoric acid is used as E338 in selected food and beverage applications.

Depending on the formulation and regulatory requirements, it can function as:

• An acidulant for flavor and acidity adjustment
• A pH regulator
• An acidity stabilizer in processed food and beverage products
• An ingredient in selected beverage formulations, including cola-type soft drinks

Food-grade applications should always comply with applicable food regulations and the specifications of the particular grade supplied.

Metal Treatment

Phosphoric acid is widely used in metal-treatment processes, including:

• Rust and oxide removal
• Metal surface preparation
• Phosphating
• Etching and surface conditioning

Water Treatment

Phosphoric acid is used in selected water-treatment applications for:

• pH adjustment
• Scale-control formulations
• Corrosion-control systems
• Treatment and conditioning of industrial water systems

The appropriate concentration and treatment method depend on the specific water chemistry and process requirements.

Detergents & Industrial Cleaners

Phosphoric acid is used in certain industrial cleaning and detergent formulations.

Its acidic properties make it useful for removing mineral deposits, scale, and inorganic residues from suitable surfaces.

Dental & Pharmaceutical Applications

High-purity phosphoric acid is used in certain specialized applications, including dental etching systems and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Such applications require the appropriate pharmaceutical, medical, or high-purity grade and applicable regulatory compliance.

Chemical Processing

used as an acidifying agent, processing aid, or catalyst in selected chemical manufacturing processes and organic synthesis applications.

Advantages of Phosphoric Acid 85%

• High-purity industrial acid
• Strong and effective acidifying properties
• Completely miscible with water
• Low volatility
• Versatile across multiple industries
• Suitable for a wide range of industrial formulations and processes
• Available in different grades according to application requirement