Glacial acetic acid, also known as anhydrous acetic acid or concentrated acetic acid, is a highly concentrated form of acetic acid.
Properties:
1. Chemical formula: CH3COOH
2. Concentration: 99.5-100% (w/w)
3. Appearance: Colorless, transparent liquid
4. Odor: Pungent, characteristic vinegar smell
5. Boiling point: 117.9°C (244.2°F)
6. Melting point: 16.6°C (61.9°F)
7. Density: 1.049 g/mL
Uses:
1. Chemical synthesis (production of esters, acetates)
2. Pharmaceutical industry (solvent, reagent)
3. Food industry (food additive, preservative)
4. Laboratory research (solvent, reagent)
5. Industrial cleaning (dissolves oils, greases)
Handling and Safety:
1. Corrosive: Handle with gloves, goggles
2. Toxic: Avoid inhalation, ingestion
3. Flammable: Keep away from heat, sparks
4. Store in cool, dry place
5. Neutralize spills with baking soda
Applications in:
1. Organic synthesis
2. Biochemistry
3. Chromatography
4. Spectroscopy
5. Histology
