Description
ACETIC ACID GLACIAL is a clear, colorless liquid with the chemical formula CH3COOH. It is the main component of vinegar, giving it its characteristic sour taste and pungent smell. ACETIC ACID GLACIAL is used widely in the chemical industry as a precursor to various chemicals, including vinyl acetate monomer, acetic anhydride, and ester production for use in paints, adhesives, and coatings. It is also used in the food industry as a preservative and flavoring agent, and in the pharmaceutical industry in the production of acetaminophen and aspirin. Additionally, ACETIC ACID GLACIAL is used in the textile industry as a mordant in dyeing and printing processes, and in the production of synthetic fibers like acetate.