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Quick Answer — Glacial Acetic Acid 99.8% for Textile Dyeing, Food & Chemical Synthesis

Glacial Acetic Acid 99.8% is an industrial-grade clear liquid (solidifies below 16.6°c) formulated for industrial manufacturing applications. KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals supplies commercial volumes from Nairobi to manufacturers and processing facilities across Kenya and the East African region.

Glacial Acetic Acid 99.8% is a commercial chemical supplied by KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals for industrial manufacturing in Kenya and East Africa.

Key Facts

  • •Product: Glacial Acetic Acid 99.8%
  • •Grade: Technical / Industrial / Food Grade
  • •Form: Clear Liquid (Solidifies below 16.6°C)
  • •Packaging: 30kg drum/1000kg drum
  • •Primary Sector: Industrial Processing
  • •Supply Reach: Kenya and East Africa (Dispatched from Nairobi Warehouse)

Primary Use Cases

pH regulation & acid buffer in textile dye houses for acid & disperse dyeingRaw material for commercial food vinegar production, pickling & food preservationChemical intermediate for acetate ester solvents, cellulose acetate & pharmaceutical synthesis
Glacial Acetic Acid 99.8% in drum
Industrial Acids

Glacial Acetic Acid 99.8% for Textile Dyeing, Food & Chemical Synthesis

Product Code: KIC-ACD-004

Also known as: Glacial Acetic Acid, Concentrated Acetic Acid, Ethanoic Acid 99.8%, Glacial Acetic Acid 99.8%

Synonyms: Methane Carboxylic Acid, Vinegar Acid Concentrate, GAA 99.8%

High-concentration Glacial Acetic Acid (99.8%) for textile dyeing, chemical ester synthesis, food processing, and pH neutralization in Kenya.

CAS Number
64-19-7
Formula
CH3COOH
IUPAC Name
Ethanoic acid
Molecular Weight
60.05 g/mol
EC Number
200-580-7
UN Number
2789
Chemical Family
Carboxylic Acids
Grade
Industrial Grade
Purity
99.85% min
Physical Form
Liquid

Available Packaging

30kg drum/1000kg drum250Kg Plastic Drum (Origin: China)
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Technical Documentation

Product Overview

Glacial Acetic Acid (99.8%) is an anhydrous organic carboxylic acid. Termed 'glacial' because it solidifies into ice-like crystals just below room temperature (16.6°C), it is widely used in textile dye fixing, latex coagulation, acetate ester manufacturing, descaling formulations, and food acidification.

Technical Description

Clear, colorless liquid with a strong vinegar odor. High purity (99.8% min, water <0.15%) makes it a versatile organic acidifying agent. Fully miscible with water, alcohol, and ether.

Complete Chemical Specifications

Commercial Specification
99.8% min [Method: Standard COA]
Physical Form
Clear Liquid (Solidifies below 16.6°C) [Method: Visual]
Chemical Formula
CH3COOH [Method: XRD / NMR]
Molecular Weight
60.05 g/mol [Method: Calculated]

Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance
Clear, colorless liquid
Odour
Pungent, sharp vinegar-like odour
pH
2.4 (1M solution in water)
Density
1.049 g/cm³ at 20°C
Boiling Point
118.1 °C
Melting Point
16.6 °C (freezing point)
Solubility
Miscible in all proportions with water, ethanol, and ether

Commercial Availability

Stock Status
InStock
Lead Time
1-2 business days in Nairobi; dispatch to Uganda & Tanzania
MOQ
30 kg (Jerrycan) / 215 kg (Drum)
Delivery Regions
Nairobi Commercial Hub, Kenya Nationwide Delivery, East Africa Regional Supply

If drums solidify in cold weather, warm gently (water bath <40°C) to reliquefy; do not apply direct flame.

Commercial Sectors

Target Industries

Continuous textile fabric dyeing machine with chemical IBC tote supply and dyed knit fabric tub
Industry Sector

Textile Chemicals, Dyes & Leather Processing Auxiliaries Kenya

Kenya's textile mills and export garment manufacturers in the Athi River Export Processing Zone (EPZ), alongside historic mills in Eldoret, demand process auxiliaries that deliver brilliant color yield, stable bath pH, and soft fabric finish. In textile wet processing, uneven dye migration, fiber degradation, or poor wash fastness causes entire bolt rejections. KIKI'S supplies technical bleaching agents, reducing salts, fixatives, and tanning chemicals.

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Industry Sector

Food & Beverage Chemical Ingredients & CIP Sanitizers Kenya

In commercial dairies across Eldoret and Nyahururu, tea factories in Kericho, and beverage bottling plants along Thika Road, food chemistry is about safety and uncompromising regulatory compliance. A single contamination event or off-spec acid can spoil a 20,000-liter pasteurizer run. KIKI'S supplies certified food-grade acids, processing aids, and CIP sanitizers with verified batch traceability.

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Process Compatibility

Suitable Applications

Application Guide

Textile Dye Fixing & pH Control

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Application Guide

Chemical Ester Synthesis

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Use Cases

  • •Textile dye bath pH adjustment & acid dye fixing
  • •Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM) & Ethyl Acetate chemical synthesis
  • •Natural rubber latex coagulation agent on plantations
  • •Industrial descaling, boiler cleaning, and food acidulant use

Storage Guidelines

Store above 17°C to prevent freezing/crystallization in drums. Store in acid-resistant HDPE drums or stainless steel containers away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Handling Advisory

DANGER: Flammable liquid and vapor. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Vapors cause severe respiratory irritation. Wear acid face shield, neoprene gloves, and organic/acid gas respirator.

Safety & Chemical Handling Advisory

Safety Advisory

Eye Contact: Immediately flush with water for 20 min. Skin: Flush thoroughly. Swallowed: Rinse mouth, do NOT induce vomiting, call doctor immediately.

GHS:Flammable Liquids Cat 3, Skin Corrosion Cat 1A, Eye Damage Cat 1
Signal Word:DANGER
Transport:UN 2789, Class 8 (Corrosive Liquid), Subrisk 3 (Flammable), PG II
Packing Group:Packing Group II

Hazard Statements

  • • H226: Flammable liquid and vapour
  • • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary Statements

  • • P210: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames. No smoking
  • • P280: Wear protective gloves/clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • • P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water

PPE Requirements

Full Acid Face ShieldNeoprene / Butyl GlovesAcid Apron & Rubber BootsAcid Gas Respirator

COMMERCIAL & TECHNICAL GUIDANCE

Frequently Asked Questions — Glacial Acetic Acid 99.8% for Textile Dyeing, Food & Chemical Synthesis

Technical, regulatory, and supply guidance for Glacial Acetic Acid 99.8% for Textile Dyeing, Food & Chemical Synthesis.

It is termed 'Glacial' because pure 99.8% acetic acid freezes into ice-like crystals at 16.6°C (62°F), slightly below room temperature.

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