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Sulfuric Acid 98% Industrial Grade

Sulfuric Acid 98% Industrial Grade is a highly concentrated mineral acid used extensively as a key chemical intermediate and in acidifying, cleaning, and pH control processes. Available in Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number7664-93-9
Chemical FormulaH2SO4
AppearanceColorless to slightly yellow viscous liquid
PackagingDrums (200 kg), bulk tanker supply available
StorageStore in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from incompatible materials

Sulfuric Acid 98% Industrial Grade — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameSulfuric Acid 98% Industrial Grade
CategoryAgricultural Chemicals
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Sulfuric Acid 98% Industrial Grade

Sulfuric Acid 98% Industrial Grade is a dense, oily liquid essential for numerous industrial operations. It serves as a critical reagent in fertilizer manufacturing, mineral processing, and chemical synthesis. Due to its highly corrosive nature, storage and handling require specialized equipment and strict safety protocols. Finstar Chemicals supplies this acid primarily in drums but can accommodate bulk orders for larger industrial applications. This grade ensures performance in pH adjustment, catalyst regeneration, and metal pickling with consistent concentration. Shipping and storage conditions are optimized to mitigate decomposition and prevent contact with incompatible materials such as organic compounds, bases, and moisture. Procurement teams value the steady availability, compliance with transport regulations, and certification documents provided by Finstar, safeguarding manufacturing continuity in the region.

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Applications

Fertilizer ProductionUsed to sulfonate and react with phosphate rock to produce phosphoric acid, a precursor in phosphate fertilizers.
Metal PicklingRemoves rust and scale from steel surfaces prior to further processing or coating.
pH Control in Industrial ProcessesAdjusts acidity in water treatment and chemical manufacturing to maintain process conditions.
Chemical ManufacturingServes as a reactant in producing detergents, dyes, and explosives due to its strong acidic properties.
Battery AcidEmployed as the electrolyte in lead-acid batteries for energy storage and supply.

Benefits

High Reactivity for Efficient ProcessingThe 98% concentration allows effective reaction rates in synthesis processes, reducing reaction time and increasing throughput.
Corrosion Removal Enhances Surface QualityStrong acid dissolves oxides and scales quickly, preparing metals for secondary treatments without excessive mechanical effort.
Concentrated Grade Minimizes Transport VolumeHigher concentration means less volume needing shipment and storage, optimizing logistics costs and space utilization.
Certified Supply Ensures Process ConsistencyBatch testing and documentation assure the acid's concentration and quality meet industrial application standards.

Features

Industrial Grade PurityMeets recognized specifications for general industrial use with consistent 98% concentration.
Drum and Bulk PackagingAvailable in 200 kg blue plastic drums or bulk tanker loads to suit different operational scales.
Safety Labeling and DocumentationComes with full MSDS, COA, and UN transport identification for regulatory compliance and risk management.

Industries Served

Fertilizer ManufacturingUsed extensively to produce phosphoric acid for manufacturing phosphate-based fertilizers.
Metal Surface TreatmentEssential for pickling and cleaning metals before further processing such as galvanizing or plating.
Chemical ProductionUtilized as a key intermediate in producing a wide range of specialty chemicals and industrial reagents.
Battery ManufacturingForms the electrolyte in lead-acid batteries, critical for automotive and industrial power applications.

Sulfuric Acid 98% 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. Sulfuric Acid 98% 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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