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

Nitric Acid 68% Industrial is an industrial-grade liquid 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.

Nitric Acid 68% Industrial is a commercial chemical supplied by KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals for industrial manufacturing in Kenya and East Africa.

Key Facts

  • •Product: Nitric Acid 68% Industrial
  • •Grade: Technical Grade
  • •Form: Liquid
  • •Packaging: 35kg Acid Container
  • •Primary Sector: Industrial Processing
  • •Supply Reach: Kenya and East Africa (Dispatched 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
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Industrial 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
68.0% min HNO3
Physical Form
Liquid

Available Packaging

35kg Acid Container120Kg Cylinder (Origin: China)
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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
Nairobi Commercial Hub, Kenya Nationwide Delivery, East Africa Regional Supply

Commercial Sectors

Target Industries

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Industry Sector

Industrial Chemicals for Manufacturing Plants in Kenya

In manufacturing clusters across Nairobi, Athi River, and Baba Dogo, continuous production depends on reliable supply of process chemicals, boiler water conditioners, and high-flashpoint cleaning solvents. A production stoppage caused by boiler scale or a missing raw material costs millions of shillings per hour. KIKI'S provides the reliable chemical supply that keeps Kenyan manufacturing plants operating at peak output.

manufacturing facilities served across East Africa:200+
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Industry Sector

Chemicals for Mining, Mineral Leaching & Construction in Kenya

From gold leaching operations in western Kenya and mineral sand processing at the coast to major infrastructure and commercial concrete batching across East Africa, heavy extractive and construction industries require potent process chemicals. KIKI'S supplies technical leaching acids, concrete accelerators, grinding aids, and quarry dust suppressants engineered for demanding site conditions.

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Industry Sector

Paints, Coatings & Resins Chemical Raw Materials Kenya

Kenya's paints, decorative coatings, and wood finish manufacturing industry requires pure virgin solvents, high-brightness extender pigments, and specialized coalescing aids. A formulation is only as good as its raw materials: low-purity thinners cause pinholing and blushing, while coarse fillers destroy gloss and opacity. KIKI'S supplies premium solvents, extenders, and binders to East Africa's leading paint makers.

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Industry Sector

Industrial Processing & Heavy Chemical Reagents Kenya

Industrial chemical processing, metal surface finishing, and toll synthesis in Kenya require high-potency chemical reagents with predictable reaction kinetics and guaranteed assay. From battery manufacture in Industrial Area to metal pickling and toll formulation, KIKI'S delivers the bulk acids, alkalis, and salts that keep heavy industrial reactors running.

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Process Compatibility

Suitable Applications

Application Guide

Metal Cleaning & Surface Preparation

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Application Guide

Dairy Processing & CIP Cleaning

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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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