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Quick Answer — Sulfuric Acid 98% (Sulphuric Acid) for Battery Acid, Fertilizer & Industrial Processing

Sulfuric Acid 98% Concentrated 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.

Sulfuric Acid 98% Concentrated is a commercial chemical supplied by KIKI'S Industrial Chemicals for industrial manufacturing in Kenya and East Africa.

Key Facts

  • •Product: Sulfuric Acid 98% Concentrated
  • •Grade: Industrial Grade
  • •Form: Liquid
  • •Packaging: 25L Acid Drum
  • •Primary Sector: Industrial Processing
  • •Supply Reach: Kenya and East Africa (Dispatched from Nairobi Warehouse)

Primary Use Cases

Dilution electrolyte preparation for automotive & industrial lead-acid batteriesAcidulation of rock phosphate to manufacture single superphosphate (SSP) fertilizerspH control, metal pickling, chemical synthesis & petroleum refining catalysis
Sulfuric Acid 98 Concentrated
Industrial Acids

Sulfuric Acid 98% (Sulphuric Acid) for Battery Acid, Fertilizer & Industrial Processing

Product Code: KIC-ACD-002

Also known as: Battery Acid, Oil of Vitriol, Hydrogen Sulfate

Synonyms: H2SO4, Sulphuric Acid

Concentrated 98% sulfuric acid essential for battery manufacturing, mineral processing, chemical synthesis and agricultural soil treatment.

CAS Number
7664-93-9
Formula
H₂SO₄
IUPAC Name
Sulfuric Acid 98%
Molecular Weight
98.08 g/mol
EC Number
231-639-5
UN Number
UN 1830
Chemical Family
Heavy Mineral Acid
Grade
Industrial Grade
Purity
98%
Physical Form
Liquid

Available Packaging

25L Acid Drum1000L IBC Tanker
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Product Overview

Concentrated Sulfuric Acid 98% (Oil of Vitriol, CAS 7664-93-9) is a dense, oily, highly corrosive mineral acid with powerful dehydrating and oxidizing properties.

It is the fundamental chemical workhorse of global manufacturing, used extensively in fertilizer synthesis, battery acid formulation, chemical synthesis, and industrial effluent neutralization in Kenya.

High Purity Concentrated Sulfuric Acid Supplier in Kenya

Kiki's Industrial Chemicals Ltd supplies 98% Concentrated Sulfuric Acid in heavy-duty UN-approved containers with safety technical advisory.

Technical Description

Sulfuric Acid is a strong diprotic acid with extreme affinity for water, producing intense exothermic reactions upon dilution. Always add acid slowly to water, never water to acid.

Complete Chemical Specifications

H2SO4 Content
98.0 min

Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance
Clear colourless viscous liquid
Odour
Odorless
pH
< 0.3
Density
1.84 g/cm³
Boiling Point
337 °C
Solubility
Exothermic dissolution in water

Commercial Availability

Stock Status
inStock
Lead Time
Immediate Nairobi stock
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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Quarry mining engineers inspecting aggregate screening and mineral processing slurries in Athi River, Kenya
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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Agronomist inspecting greenhouse fertigation manifold and nutrient dosing valves in Naivasha, Kenya
Industry Sector

Agricultural & Horticultural Chemicals Supplier in Kenya

From high-altitude greenhouse floriculture in Naivasha to open-field grain farming across Uasin Gishu, agricultural productivity hinges on water chemistry, soil pH equilibrium, and clean post-harvest sanitization. KIKI'S supplies technical acids, calcium amendments, and irrigation line descalers that keep East African agribusiness growing consistently.

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Water treatment plant operators in high-vis overalls monitoring clarifier basins, pumps, and chemical dosing lines
Industry Sector

Industrial & Municipal Water Treatment Chemicals Supplier Kenya

From high-turbidity surface runoff during the long rains in the Tana and Athi river basins to mineral-heavy, high-fluoride volcanic boreholes across the Great Rift Valley, water treatment in Kenya is a demanding technical discipline. Whether treating municipal potable supplies or clarifying industrial effluent for NEMA compliance, KIKI'S supplies certified coagulants, flocculants, disinfectants, and membrane antiscalants.

of Kenya's water treatment plants use chemicals we supply:60%
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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

pH Adjustment & Neutralization

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Metal Cleaning & Surface Preparation

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Safety & Chemical Handling Advisory

Safety Advisory

Eye Contact: Immediately flush with water for 15+ mins. Skin: Drench skin with water immediately. Inhalation: Move to fresh air.

GHS:Skin Corrosion Category 1A, Serious Eye Damage Category 1
Signal Word:DANGER
Transport:UN 1830, Class 8 Corrosive Liquid
Packing Group:PG II

Hazard Statements

  • • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary Statements

  • • P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
  • • P280: Wear protective gloves/clothing/eye protection.

PPE Requirements

Heavy Acid-resistant GlovesFull Face ShieldAcid ApronSafety Boots

COMMERCIAL & TECHNICAL GUIDANCE

Frequently Asked Questions — Sulfuric Acid 98% (Sulphuric Acid) for Battery Acid, Fertilizer & Industrial Processing

Technical, regulatory, and supply guidance for Sulfuric Acid 98% (Sulphuric Acid) for Battery Acid, Fertilizer & Industrial Processing.

Sulfuric Acid 98% is used in Kenya for lead-acid battery electrolyte formulation, single superphosphate fertilizer manufacturing, chemical processing, and metal pickling.

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