Oxalic Acid

Oxalic Acid

Oxalic acid is an organic acid found naturally in many plants and vegetables. It is the simplest dicarboxylic acid.

Chemical Formula: H₂C₂O₄ also written as (COOH)₂ or C₂H₂O₄)

CAS Number: 6153-56-6

Grade: ACS

Appearance: Colorless and crystalline.

Uses and Industry Applications:

• Industrial applications: Historically it had various applications, due to its corrosive nature.

• Production of inorganic oxalates: It is used in specific processes to produce other oxalate compounds used in limited applications.

• Niche chemical reactions: Considered as a main component in some specialized laboratory or industrial reactions.