Blue plastic jerrycan container labeled 'Nitric Acid' with pack size 45kg and concentration 60% and 72%
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Nitric Acid 60% and 72% Grade

Nitric Acid (60% and 72%) is a strong mineral acid for industrial use including nitration, metal etching, and fertilizer manufacture, supplied in 45kg packs in Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number7697-37-2
Chemical FormulaHNO3
AppearanceColorless to slight yellow liquid
Packaging45 kg plastic containers
StorageStore in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials

Nitric Acid 60% and 72% Grade — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameNitric Acid 60% and 72% Grade
CategoryCleaning and Disinfection
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Nitric Acid 60% and 72% Grade

Nitric Acid at concentrations of 60% and 72% is essential in chemical manufacturing, particularly for nitration reactions producing explosives and dyes. It is also frequently used for metal etching and pickling processes in industrial plating and surface treatment. Finstar supplies this chemical in 45 kg plastic containers, suitable for handling and storage in industrial sites. Users should ensure proper ventilation and corrosion-resistant storage conditions to prevent degradation and hazard. This product serves industrial customers primarily in chemical processing sectors. Finstar Chemicals supports procurement teams with compliance documentation, batch traceability, and technical handling data suitable for safe operations across East African manufacturing environments. Order fulfillment includes periodic safety updates and delivery coordination.

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Applications

Nitration reactionsNitric Acid is used to introduce nitro groups into organic molecules, essential in synthesizing explosives, dyes, and pharmaceuticals.
Metal etching and picklingUsed in surface treatment of metals by dissolving oxides and impurities to prepare surfaces for further processing.
Fertilizer productionA key reactant in manufacturing ammonium nitrate fertilizers, important for agricultural industries.

Benefits

Pack size suited for handlingThe 45 kg container size balances safe handling and storage efficiency in industrial environments.
Multiple concentration optionsAvailability of 60% and 72% concentrations allows flexibility in process compatibility and optimization.
Corrosion resistanceChemical grade quality minimizes impurities that could accelerate equipment corrosion, extending operational life.

Features

Certified industrial gradeProvides documented chemical grade suitable for industrial and manufacturing applications with batch certification.
Secure container designThe high-density plastic jerrycan is robust and sealed tightly to prevent leaks and contamination.

Industries Served

Chemical manufacturingUsed as a reagent in synthesis of industrial chemicals including explosives, dyes, and pharmaceuticals.
Metal processingEmployed in metal pickling and surface preparation steps to ensure clean and reactive surfaces.
AgricultureRaw material in fertilizer production, supporting crop yield enhancements.

Nitric Acid 60% and 72% Grade is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Nitric Acid 60% and 72% Grade is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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