Oxalic acid
CAS No 6153-56-6
Oxalic acid (ethanedioic acid dihydrate, formula (COOH)2·2H2O) is a crystalline powder identified by CAS 6153-56-6 and EINECS 205-634-3. OQEMA supplies this product in bags for a range of industrial applications.
- Category
- Acids
- Sub-category
- Organic Acids
- Formula
- (COOH)2 . 2H2O
- CAS Number
- 6153-56-6
- EINECS
- 205-634-3
Applications
- Rust and scale removal from metal surfaces
- Bleaching agent in textile, paper and wood processing
- Mordant and auxiliary in dyeing processes
- Chelating and reducing agent in industrial processes
- Processing aid in mineral and ore treatment
FAQ
Q: What is oxalic acid?
A: It is ethanedioic acid dihydrate, formula (COOH)2·2H2O, identified by CAS 6153-56-6 and EINECS 205-634-3, appearing as a crystalline powder.
Q: In what packaging is oxalic acid supplied?
A: OQEMA supplies oxalic acid in bags.
Q: What are typical industrial applications of oxalic acid?
A: It is used for metal cleaning and rust removal, as a bleaching agent, and as a mordant in dyeing processes.
Available materials
Packaging marked E-shop can be ordered online. For the others we will be glad to prepare an individual quote.
| Material | Packaging | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Oxalic acid bag WP DD | Bag | 1000 KG |
| Oxalic acid bag E-shop | Bag | 25 KG |
| Oxalic acid bag WP | Bag | 1200 KG |