White crystalline powder of Oxalic Acid in a 50 kg polypropylene sack labeled 'Oxalic Acid Textile/Commercial'
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Oxalic Acid (Industrial Grade)

Oxalic Acid industrial grade is a versatile organic acid used in textile processing, metal treatment, and cleaning applications. Available in 50 kg bags for efficient industrial use.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number144-62-7
Chemical FormulaC2H2O4
AppearanceWhite crystalline powder or granules
Packaging50 kg polypropylene bags
StorageStore in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from incompatible substances

Oxalic Acid (Industrial Grade) — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameOxalic Acid (Industrial Grade)
CategoryMetal Treatment Chemicals
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Oxalic Acid (Industrial Grade)

Oxalic Acid is an organic compound widely utilized in industrial settings such as textiles, metallurgy, and cleaning agents. It acts as a reducing agent and rust remover, effectively removing iron stains and scale. In textile processing, it serves to bleach and clean fabrics, enhancing fabric quality. The chemical is typically supplied in 50 kg bags, allowing straightforward handling and storage. Recommended storage conditions include a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area to prevent decomposition or clumping, especially in humid climates. Procurement through Finstar Chemicals offers reliability and compliance with local industrial standards, with availability spanning Kenya and neighboring regions. Handling this chemical requires adherence to safety guidelines to manage its corrosive nature effectively, ensuring worker safety and process integrity. Oxalic Acid's application in metal treatment aids in surface preparation and cleaning, crucial for high-quality coating and finishing processes. Its effective chelating properties allow for removing calcium deposits and scale in water treatment and cleaning systems, extending equipment lifespan in industrial operations.

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Applications

Textile bleaching and cleaningOxalic Acid is used to bleach and remove stains from fabrics, improving fabric brightness during processing.
Metal surface cleaning and rust removalIts reducing properties help remove rust and scale on metal parts before further processing or coating.
Water scale removalOxalic Acid chelates calcium deposits in boilers and cooling towers, reducing scaling and improving efficiency.
Leather tanning processingIt helps in removing rust and other impurities during leather treatment, improving final product quality.

Benefits

Effective rust and stain removalOxalic Acid's strong reducing action breaks down rust and iron stains, ensuring cleaner surfaces for subsequent processes.
Improves fabric quality in textilesBy removing impurities and brightening textiles, it enhances the appearance and texture of fabrics.
Scale reduction in water systemsChelating calcium deposits prevents buildup in pipes and vessels, lowering maintenance frequency and downtime.
Convenient packaging for industrial useSupplied in 50 kg bags, it facilitates measured dosing and easy handling in manufacturing plants.

Features

Industrial grade purityGuaranteed minimum 99% purity ensuring consistent performance in chemical processes.
Packaged in polypropylene bagsDurable 50 kg bags protect the chemical from moisture and contamination during transport and storage.
Batch traceabilityEach batch is supplied with documentation to track quality and compliance requirements.

Industries Served

Textile manufacturingUsed for bleaching and cleaning fabrics, helping achieve required fabric standards.
Metal fabrication and treatmentApplied for rust removal and surface preparation before finishing or plating.
Water treatment plantsRemoves scale and mineral deposits in boilers and cooling systems, ensuring operational efficiency.
Leather processing industryUtilized during leather tanning to eliminate stains and prepare hides for finishing.

Oxalic Acid (Industrial 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. Oxalic Acid (Industrial 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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