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Maleic Anhydride

Product Overview:

Identification of Substance: 2,5-Furandione

CAS #: 108-31-6

Maleic anhydride is a key chemical intermediate used extensively across resin, coatings, and construction manufacturing. It is commonly employed in the production of unsaturated polyester resins used in fiberglass-reinforced construction, marine, and automotive applications. Additionally, it serves as a raw material for alkyd resins used in paints and coatings, contributing to gloss, durability, and weather resistance. Maleic anhydride is also utilized in the manufacture of lubricant additives that improve oxidative stability in industrial and automotive lubricants. Furthermore, it finds applications as a building block for agrochemicals and specialty copolymers used across the broader chemical manufacturing industry.

Relevant identified uses:
Chemicals for various applications

Uses advised against:
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Do not use for products which come into direct contact with the skin

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Technical Information:

Maleic Anhydride Content
≥ 99.5 %

Appearance
White Solid

Melting Color (Pt-Co), Hazen
≤ 25

Ignition Residue
≤ 0.005 %

Iron Ion Content
≤ 2 ppm

Crystallization Point
≥ 52.5 ^oC

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Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate 9.8%

Product Overview:

CAS #: 10034-99-8

Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate, commonly known as Epsom salt, is a widely used magnesium and sulfur compound across fertilizer, food, and general applications. It is commonly employed as a fertilizer to correct magnesium and sulfur deficiencies in field, fruit, and vegetable crops, improving yield and nutrient quality. Additionally, it serves as a processing aid in brewing and food production, supporting yeast metabolism and flavor development in fermented beverages. Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate is also utilized in general consumer and industrial applications requiring a soluble, food-grade magnesium source. Furthermore, it finds applications in specialty fertilizer blends and bath product manufacturing.

Relevant identified uses:
General use

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Technical Information:

MgO
≥ 16.4 %

Fe₂O₃
≤ 1.0 %

Total S
≥ 13.0 %

pH at 1% solution
≥ 5.5

Water Insolubles
≤ 0.1 %

Appearance
White crystals

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Hydrofluoric Acid 49%

Product Overview:

CAS #: 7664-39-3

Hydrofluoric acid at 49% concentration is one of the most reactive industrial acids, used across metal finishing, glass, and refining applications. It is commonly employed in metal finishing for stainless steel pickling and surface etching, removing oxide scale and preparing surfaces for further processing. Additionally, it serves as an etching and frosting agent for glass surfaces in decorative and industrial glass manufacturing. Hydrofluoric acid is also utilized in semiconductor manufacturing for wafer cleaning and oxide layer etching. Furthermore, it finds applications in petroleum refining as an alkylation catalyst in downstream operations that produce high-octane gasoline components.

Relevant identified uses:
Discharging agent
Cleaning agent
Semiconductors

Uses advised against
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Technical Information:

HF
≥ 49.00 %

H₂SiF₆
≤ 0.020 %

H₂SO₄
≤ 0.020 %

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Glyoxal Acid 40%

Product Overview:

CAS #: 107-22-2

Glyoxal solution at 40% concentration is a reactive dialdehyde compound used across textile, paper, and leather applications. It is commonly employed as a crosslinking and wrinkle-resistance finishing agent in textile processing, improving fabric durability and shape retention after washing. Additionally, it serves as a wet-strength additive in paper manufacturing, improving the structural integrity of paper products when exposed to moisture. Glyoxal is also utilized as a tanning auxiliary in leather processing operations. Furthermore, it finds applications in general chemical manufacturing processes requiring a reactive crosslinking agent.

Relevant identified uses:
Industrial Use
Chemicals for synthesis

Uses advised against:
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Technical Information:

Appearance
Light Yellow Liquid

Glyoxal
≥ 40.0 %

Glycol
≤ 1.50 %

Total Acidity (HAC)
≤ 0.15 %

Chroma (ALPHA)
≤ 20 Hazen

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Gluconic Acid

Product Overview:

Trade Name: Gluconic acid, 50 % solution

CAS #: 526-95-4

Gluconic acid is a mild organic acid used across construction, metal finishing, and food applications. It is commonly employed as a set retarder and chelating admixture in concrete construction, extending workable time in hot-weather concreting and helping control hydration rate. Additionally, it serves as a metal cleaning and passivation agent in metal finishing operations, effectively removing scale and oxide layers without the corrosivity of stronger mineral acids. Gluconic acid is also utilized in food processing as an acidulant and sequestrant that helps stabilize color and flavor. Furthermore, it finds applications in general cleaning product formulations requiring a biodegradable chelating acid.

Relevant identified uses:
Chemicals for various applications

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Technical Information:

Physical Form
Viscous Liquid

Color
Colorless / Light Yellow

Gluconic Acid Content
50 – 52 %

Arsenic
≤ 1 ppm

Heavy Metals
≤ 0.002 %

Chloride
≤ 0.5 %

Sulfate
≤ 0.5 %

Reducing Sugar
Absent

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Calcium Chloride 94% (Granular, Miniprills, Powder, Pellets)

Calcium Chloride 94% (Granular, Miniprills, Powder, Pellets, Anhydrous)

Product Overview:

CAS #: 10043-52-4

Calcium Chloride 94% in multiple physical forms is used for deicing, oil and gas completion fluids, industrial drying, and more. The highest concentration form offers maximum performance per unit weight for deicing and oilfield brine applications.

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Technical Information:

Appearance
White Powder

Assay as CaCl₂
≥ 94.0 %

Total Alkali Chloride as NaCl
≤ 5.0 %

Total Magnesium as MgCl₂
≤ 0.5 %

Alkalinity as Ca(OH)₂
≤ 0.25 %

Sulfate
≤ 0.05 %

Water Insoluble
≤ 0.25 %

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Calcium Chloride 32%

Calcium Chloride 32%

Product Overview:

CAS #: 10043-52-4

Calcium chloride 32% is used for road dust suppression on unpaved roads, deicing, concrete set acceleration, and as an oilfield completion and workover brine.

Relevant identified uses:
Defrosting agent

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Technical Information:

Appearance
Colorless Liquid

Calcium Chloride (CaCl₂)
≥ 32.0 %

Sodium Chloride (NaCl)
≤ 0.6 %

Potassium Chloride (KCl)
≤ 1.0 %

Water (H2O)
66.4 – 68.0 %

Arsenic
≤ 5.00 ppm

Barium
≤ 100.00 ppm

Cadmium
≤ 0.20 ppm

Chromium
≤ 1.00 ppm

Copper
≤ 1.00 ppm

Cyanide
≤ 0.20 ppm

Lead
≤ 1.00 ppm

Mercury
≤ 0.05 ppm

Molybdenum
≤ 15.00 ppm

Phosphorus
≤ 2500.00 ppm

Selenium
≤ 5.00 ppm

Zinc
≤ 10.00 ppm

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Acrylic Acid Glacial

Acrylic Acid Glacial

Product Overview:

CAS #: 79-10-7

Glacial acrylic acid is a highly reactive monomer used extensively in polymer and chemical manufacturing. It is commonly employed as the primary building block for superabsorbent polymers used in hygiene products, as well as acrylic resins used in paints and coatings for their durability and weather resistance. Additionally, it serves as a raw material for adhesives, sealants, and specialty polymer formulations. Acrylic acid is also utilized in industrial water treatment to produce polyacrylate-based scale inhibitors, dispersants, and flocculants that help control mineral fouling in process water systems. Furthermore, it finds applications in textile and leather finishing formulations requiring polymeric binders. It can also be applied to leather and textile coating and lamination processes.

Relevant identified uses:
Laboratory chemical
Industrial use
Monomer for the production of polymers
Textile dye
Formulation of coatings and inks

Uses advised against:
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Do not use for private purposes (household)

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Technical Information:

Purity (C3H4O2)
≥ 99.5 %

Moisture
≤ 0.2 %

Color (PT-CO)
≤ 20

Inhibitor as MEHQ
180 – 220 Mg/Kg

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Phosphoric Acid 75-85%

Phosphoric Acid 75-85%

Product Overview:

Trade name: Phosphoric acid 75%-85%

Phosphoric acid, available in both 75% and 85% concentrations, is one of the most widely used industrial acids across fertilizer, food, and metal finishing applications. It is commonly employed as a core raw material in fertilizer manufacturing, serving as the base for producing MAP, DAP, and other phosphate fertilizers. Additionally, it serves as a food and beverage acidulant, providing the characteristic tartness found in colas and other processed food products. Phosphoric acid is also utilized in metal finishing for rust removal and phosphating processes that prepare metal surfaces for painting or coating. Furthermore, it finds applications in industrial water treatment for pH control and scale inhibition.

Relevant identified uses: Chemicals for various applications

Uses advised against:
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Heavy Metals Testing Sheet

Technical Information:

Appearance
Clear solution colorless, odorless

Purity
≥ 75.0 %

Chlorides (Cl)
≤ 5 mg/kg

Sulfates (SO₄^-2)
≤ 30 mg/kg

Iron
≤ 5 mg/kg

Heavy metal (as Pb)
≤ 5 mg/kg

Arsenic (As)
≤ 5 mg/kg

Flouride (F)
≤ 10 mg/kg

Nitrates (NO₃)
≤ 5 mg/kg

Volatile Acids (as Acedic acid)
≤ 0.001 %

P₂O₅ Content
≥ 54.0 %

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Ferrous Sulfate Monohydrate 30%

Ferrous Sulfate Monohydrate 30%

Product Overview:

Identification of Substance: iron(II) sulfate monohydrate

CAS #: 17375-41-6

Ferrous sulfate monohydrate at 30% iron content is a concentrated iron compound used in fertilizer, feed, and water treatment applications. It is commonly employed as an iron micronutrient source in fertilizer micronutrient blends, addressing iron chlorosis in crops grown on iron-deficient soils. Additionally, it serves as an animal feed mineral supplement, supporting hemoglobin synthesis and overall livestock health. Ferrous sulfate monohydrate is also utilized as a coagulant and phosphate-removal agent in municipal and industrial water treatment systems. Furthermore, it finds applications in blended fertilizer manufacturing requiring a concentrated, low-moisture iron source.

Relevant identified uses: Animal feed additive, Additive for fertilizer

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Heavy Metals Testing Sheet

Technical Information:

Iron (Fe)
≥ 29.5 %

Pb
≤ 17.5 %

Cd
≤ 7 ppm

As
≤ 2 ppm

FeSo4.H20
≥ 88 %

Cr
≤ 10 ppm