ICL Group Polyphosphoric Acid 117% TG

ICL Group Polyphosphoric Acid 117% TG is characterized by its non-volatile nature, making it suitable for various industrial applications. As a base chemical, it functions primarily as a catalyst, playing a crucial role in chemical manufacturing processes. It is widely utilized in metal treatment and phosphatization processes within the field of metal manufacturing and finishing.

Chemical Name: Polyphosphoric Acid

CAS Number: 8017-16-1

Chemical Family: Inorganic Acids

Grade: Technical Grade

Reaction Type: Polymerization

Synonyms: Phospholeum

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Industrial Additives Features
Key Properties

Phosphoric acid is relatively non-volatile and stable at elevated temperatures. It is a much milder acid than sulfuric, nitric, or hydrochloric acids.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Applicable Processes
Base Chemicals End Uses
Industrial Additives End Use
Use Level
max. 9 mg/L (potable water treatment)
Product Applications
  • Bonding agent for refractory materials.
  • Property modification of asphalt-increases firmness at high temperatures while maintaining flexibility at lower temperatures.
  • Used for production of phosphate salts, phosphate esters, and phosphorylation of polyols.
  • Aluminum bright-dipping.
  • Metal treating and phosphatizing.
  • Electrolyte for fuel cells.
  • Catalyst in chemical processes, i.e. rearrangements, polymerization, hydrolysis, nitration, bromination, and cyclizations reactions.
  • Potable Water Treatment: ICL Specialty Products Inc. Superphosphoric and Polyphosphoric Acids conform to the requirements of ANSI/NSF Standard 60, used for corrosion and scale control.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Viscous liquid
Typical Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity (at 25°/15°C)2.09--
Viscosity (at 25°)45000cPs-
Viscosity (at 100°)1010cPs-
Freezing Point34°C-
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weightapprox. 296--
Characteristics
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Phosphorus Pentoxide Content84.7 - 85.7wt%-
Equivalent H₃PO₄117.0 - 118.4%-
Colormax. 100-APHA
Arsenic Contentmax. 50ppm-
Typical Density2080kg/m³-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Grade

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Supplied by
Packaging Information
  • 3,000 gal. tank truck
  • 15 gal. & 55 gal. plastic drums (non-returnable)
  • IBC’s

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
36 months