Boric Acid
CAS No: 10043-35-3
Boric Acid is a versatile weak acid often found as a white crystalline solid. It’s commonly used in antiseptics, insecticides, flame retardants, and as a precursor to other chemical compounds. It exhibits mild antibacterial and antifungal properties and is valued for its buffering capacity in formulations.
Synonyms
Orthoboric Acid, Boracic Acid, Hydrogen Borate
Formula
H₃BO₃
CAS No
10043-35-3
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Properties
- Molecular weight: 61.83 g/mol
- Aggregation state: Solid
- Density: 1.435 g/cm³
- Boiling point: Decomposes before boiling
- Melting point: ~170.9 °C (loss of water above this temperature)
- Refractive index: ~1.461 (in aqueous solution)
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Key applications
- Buffering agent
- Glass and ceramics manufacturing
- Antiseptics
- Pesticides and insecticides
- Flame retardants
- Cosmetics and personal care
- Lubricants
- pH control in electroplating
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Industries
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Glass and Ceramics
- Agriculture
- Cosmetics and Personal Care
- Industrial Cleaning
- Metallurgy
- Electronics
- Textiles