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Quick Answer — Nitric Acid 68% for Fertilizer Manufacturing, Dairy CIP & Metal Etching

Nitric Acid 68% (HNO3) is a strong, highly corrosive mineral acid used across Kenya for calcium nitrate fertilizer manufacturing, dairy tank milkstone scale CIP removal, and brass/copper metal etching.

Nitric Acid 68% (HNO3) is a strong, highly corrosive mineral acid used across Kenya for calcium nitrate fertilizer manufacturing, dairy tank milkstone scale CIP removal, and brass/copper metal etching.

Key Facts

  • •HNO3 Concentration: ≥ 68.0% min | Form: Clear Fuming Corrosive Liquid
  • •CAS Number: 7697-37-2 | Strong oxidizing agent with choking acrid fumes
  • •Dissolves stubborn milkstone calcium & beerstone deposits in dairy CIP lines
  • •Essential chemical reactant for ammonium & calcium nitrate fertilizer synthesis
  • •Supplied in 35kg HDPE Jerrycans & 280kg Poly Drums from Nairobi Warehouse

Primary Use Cases

Dairy pipe & stainless steel tank milkstone scale removal in automated CIP systemsChemical synthesis of calcium nitrate & ammonium nitrate liquid fertilizersMetal surface pickling, brass/copper etching & analytical digestion
Nitric Acid 68% Industrial (Technical Grade, Liquid) in commercial industrial packaging

Nitric Acid 68% Industrial (Technical Grade Liquid) supplied by KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals for industrial processing, manufacturing, and commercial applications in Kenya and East Africa.

Acids

Nitric Acid 68% for Fertilizer Manufacturing, Dairy CIP & Metal Etching

Product Code: KIC-ACD-006

Also known as: Aqua Fortis, Engravers Acid

Synonyms: HNO3

Concentrated 68% nitric acid for stainless steel passivation, metallurgical etching, fertilizer raw material and mining assaying.

CAS Number
7697-37-2
Formula
HNO₃
IUPAC Name
Nitric Acid 68%
Molecular Weight
63.01 g/mol
EC Number
231-714-2
UN Number
UN 2031
Chemical Family
Strong Oxidizing Mineral Acid
Grade
Technical Grade
Purity
68%
Physical Form
Liquid

Available Packaging

35kg Acid Container
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Product Overview

Nitric Acid 68% (Aqua Fortis, CAS 7697-37-2) is a clear to yellowish, highly corrosive mineral acid with strong oxidizing power.

In Kenya, 68% Nitric Acid is critical for Clean-in-Place (CIP) milkstone removal in dairy plants, mineral etching, fertilizer manufacturing, and laboratory analytical digestion.

High Grade Nitric Acid 68% Supplier in Nairobi

Kiki's Industrial Chemicals Ltd supplies technical grade 68% Nitric Acid in specialized UN-approved dark HDPE drums and jerrycans.

Technical Description

Nitric Acid is a strong monobasic acid and powerful oxidizing agent that dissolves inorganic mineral salts, scales, and organic deposits rapidly during industrial CIP descaling.

Complete Chemical Specifications

HNO3 Assay
68.0 min

Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance
Clear to pale yellow liquid
Odour
Pungent acrid fumes
pH
< 1
Density
1.41 g/cm³
Boiling Point
121 °C
Solubility
Miscible in water

Commercial Availability

Stock Status
inStock
Lead Time
Immediate dispatch
Delivery Regions
Kenya, Tanzania

Suitable Applications

Metal Cleaning

Target Industries

Industrial Chemicals for Manufacturing & Chemical Blending in KenyaIndustrial Chemicals for Mining, Mineral Processing & Construction in KenyaIndustrial Chemicals & Solvents for Paints, Coatings & Resin Formulation in KenyaIndustrial Chemicals for Processing Plants & Chemical Blending in Kenya

Safety & Chemical Handling Advisory

Safety Advisory

Eye Contact: Immediately flush with water for 20 mins. Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and drench immediately. Inhalation: Move to fresh air.

GHS:Oxidizing Liquid Category 2, Skin Corrosion Category 1A
Signal Word:DANGER
Transport:UN 2031, Class 8 Corrosive Liquid (Subrisk Class 5.1 Oxidizer)
Packing Group:PG II

Hazard Statements

  • • H272: May intensify fire; oxidiser
  • • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary Statements

  • • P220: Keep away from combustible materials.
  • • P280: Wear protective gloves/clothing/eye protection/face protection.

PPE Requirements

Fluoropolymer/Heavy Nitrile GlovesFull Face ShieldChemical ApronVapor Respirator

COMMERCIAL & TECHNICAL GUIDANCE

Frequently Asked Questions — Nitric Acid 68% for Fertilizer Manufacturing, Dairy CIP & Metal Etching

Technical, regulatory, and supply guidance for Nitric Acid 68% for Fertilizer Manufacturing, Dairy CIP & Metal Etching.

Nitric Acid 68% is used in Kenya for dairy CIP line milkstone descaling, fertilizer manufacturing, metal pickling/etching, and chemical synthesis.

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