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Phosphoric Acid

A colourless acid with multiple uses in many industries from oil and gas to water treatment. We have the largest phosphoric acid storage facilities in the UK.

Overview

  • Lowers pH levels
  • Can be used as both a chelant and dispersing agent 
  • Also used as catalyst in hydration of alkenes to produce alcohols
  • Acts as an electrolyte in phosphoric acid fuel cells

The phosphoric acid we distribute is an 85% strength aqueous solution, holding the formula H3PO4 with a conjugate base of phosphate, PO3−4. It is a colourless solution with no distinctive odour.

CAS number
7664-38-2
AKA
Orthophosphoric acid; trihydroxylphosphine oxide
Strengths
85%
Quantities
25L, 200L, 1000L and bulk transfer
Chemical formula
H3PO4

Applications

Agrochemical

• Phosphate fertiliser production: Used to lower the pH of nutrient solutions in hydroponics systems.

Farm & Livestock

• Animal feed production: A source of phosphorus.

Cleaning Chemicals & Detergents

• A chelant in some household cleaners.
• A dispersing agent in detergents and leather treatment.
• A pH adjuster to improve the effectiveness of formulations.
• A cleaner by construction trades to remove mineral deposits, cementitious smears, and hard water stains.

Oil & Gas

• The electrolyte in phosphoric acid fuel cells.
• A catalyst in the hydration of alkenes to produce alcohols, predominantly ethanol.

Water Treatment

• Controlling the pH of process waters and wastewater.
• Rust and corrosion prevention on equipment.

Others

• Construction: a retardant in the manufacture of cement products.

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We are leading suppliers of phosphoric acid to industry. Bulk pack sizes are available with quick, UK-wide distribution from our dedicated fleet.

Please note: We are unable to sell chemicals to members of the public.

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