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Quick Answer — Phosphoric Acid 85% (Food & Technical Grade) for Beverages & Rust Removal

Phosphoric Acid 85% (H3PO4) is a dense inorganic acid supplied in Food (E338) and Technical grades across Kenya for cola beverage acidulation, sugar juice clarification, metal rust conversion, and fertilizer formulation.

Phosphoric Acid 85% (H3PO4) is a dense inorganic acid supplied in Food (E338) and Technical grades across Kenya for cola beverage acidulation, sugar juice clarification, metal rust conversion, and fertilizer formulation.

Key Facts

  • Concentration: ≥ 85.0% min | Grades: Food Grade (E338) & Technical Grade
  • CAS Number: 7664-38-2 | Form: Clear Colorless Syrupy Odorless Liquid
  • Provides signature tangy, sharp acid taste in cola soft drinks
  • Converts iron oxide rust into a protective black iron phosphate coating
  • Supplied in 35kg HDPE Jerrycans & 1,600kg IBC Totes from Nairobi Warehouse

Primary Use Cases

Food acidulant & pH regulator in carbonated cola beverages, jams & processed cheeseRust converter & phosphatizing chemical treatment for iron & steel rust removalClarification agent in sugar refining & raw material for phosphate fertilizers
Phosphoric Acid 85% Tech / Food Grade (Technical Grade, Liquid) in commercial industrial packaging

Phosphoric Acid 85% Tech / Food Grade (Technical Grade Liquid) supplied by KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals for industrial processing, manufacturing, and commercial applications in Kenya and East Africa.

Acids

Phosphoric Acid 85% (Food & Technical Grade) for Beverages & Rust Removal

Product Code: KIC-ACD-003

Also known as: Orthophosphoric Acid, E338, Phosphoric Acid 85% Tech / Food Grade, Hydrogen Phosphate

Synonyms: H3PO4, Orthophosphoric Acid, Hydrogen Phosphate

Concentrated 85% phosphoric acid used for metal phosphatising, rust conversion, beverage acidification and sugar refining.

CAS Number
7664-38-2
Formula
H₃PO₄
IUPAC Name
Orthophosphoric Acid 85%
Molecular Weight
98.00 g/mol
EC Number
231-633-2
UN Number
UN 1805
Chemical Family
Inorganic Phosphorus Acid
Grade
Technical Grade
Purity
85%
Physical Form
Liquid

Available Packaging

35kg drums

Product Overview

Phosphoric Acid 85% (Orthophosphoric Acid, CAS 7664-38-2) is a clear, odorless, syrupy mineral acid widely used in food processing, agriculture, and metal surface treatment.

Available in both Food Grade (FCC) and Technical Grade, 85% Phosphoric Acid is key for beverage acidification, sugar refining, phosphate fertilizer production, and metal phosphatizing in Kenya.

Food Grade & Technical Phosphoric Acid Supplier in Kenya

Kiki's Industrial Chemicals Ltd supplies high-purity 85% Phosphoric Acid in 35kg Jerrycans and 330kg Drums across Nairobi and East Africa.

Technical Description

Phosphoric Acid is a triprotic acid that provides controlled, non-oxidizing acidity and sequesters metal ions, making it an excellent rust converter and food acidulant.

Complete Chemical Specifications

Commercial Specification
85% min [Method: Standard COA]
Physical Form
Liquid [Method: Visual]
Chemical Formula
H₃PO₄ [Method: XRD / NMR]
Molecular Weight
98.00 g/mol [Method: Calculated]

Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance
Clear viscous liquid
Odour
Odorless
pH
< 1.5
Density
1.685 g/cm³
Boiling Point
158 °C
Melting Point
N/A
Solubility
Miscible in water

Commercial Availability

Stock Status
inStock
Lead Time
Immediate Nairobi stock
MOQ
35kg drums
Delivery Regions
Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania

Contact Kiki's sales team for COA batch verification, bulk pricing, or delivery schedules.

Suitable Applications

Target Industries

Safety & Chemical Handling Advisory

Safety Advisory

Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water.

GHS:Skin Corrosion Category 1B, Serious Eye Damage Category 1
Signal Word:DANGER
Transport:UN 1805, Class 8 Corrosive Liquid
Packing Group:PG III

Hazard Statements

  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H290: May be corrosive to metals

Precautionary Statements

  • P280: Wear protective gloves/clothing/eye protection.

PPE Requirements

Nitrile/Neoprene GlovesSafety Glasses with Side ShieldsProtective Clothing

COMMERCIAL & TECHNICAL GUIDANCE

Frequently Asked Questions — Phosphoric Acid 85% (Food & Technical Grade) for Beverages & Rust Removal

Technical, regulatory, and supply guidance for Phosphoric Acid 85% (Food & Technical Grade) for Beverages & Rust Removal.

Phosphoric Acid 85% is used in Kenya as a beverage acidulant for cola soft drinks, a sugar juice clarifier, a steel rust converter, and a phosphate fertilizer additive.

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