Acetic Acid
Acetic acid (CH3COOH, CAS 64-19-7) is a weak organic acid. A key component of metabolism with applications as a hydrophilic protic solvent, reagent, antibacterial agent, and manufacturing component; can be diluted into vinegar or concentrated into glacial acetic acid.
Also known as ethanoic acid or methane carboxylic acid, acetic acid is a colorless liquid organic compound with a pungent smell and a distinctively sour taste. Acetic acid may be produced industrially from methanol or by bacterial fermentation.
In the laboratory, acetic acid is used as a chemical solvent or reagent, and its antibacterial properties are used to prevent the growth of fungus and bacteria.
Acetic acid has multiple commercial uses, including:
- As a solvent
- In the production of cellulose acetate and polyvinyl acetate
- For making acetate, acetic acid ethylene, acetic anhydride, and halogenated acetic acid
- As a component for manufacturing inks and dyes, synthetic fibers and textiles, pesticides, and wood glues
Corrosive in its concentrated form, workers should use proper personal protective equipment to prevent ingestion, inhalation, and contact with eyes and skin; suitable respiratory equipment may also be appropriate. Keep acetic acid away from heat sources and oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids, and alkalis. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Acetic Acid 3% 500 ML
Used in combined Hematoxylin and Eosin/Methenamine Silver Stain for the fungi in tissue Sections. For bacterial, fungal stains. See references: Lamps, Laura W. et al A Combined Hematoxylin and Eosin/Methenamin Silver Stain for theHistological Diagnosis of Fungi In Tissue Sections., J. of Histotechnology 23:4 p.341 – 345, 2000.
Electron Microscopy Sciences Acetic Acid 1% 500 ML
For use with Giemsa for helicobactor pylori and mast cells.
Aqua Solutions Acetic Acid 0.05 Normal Soln., NIST Traceable (1L)
Acetic Acid 0.05 Normal Soln., NIST Traceable (1L)
FUJIFILM Biosciences Acetic Acid
Clear colorless liquid soluble in water used as a reagent in analytical and chemical processes For research use only RUO
LaMarKa Chemical Company Acetic Acid, 20%, 20l
Acetic Acid, 64-19-7, WT%: 20%, OSHA/PEL: 10 PPM, ACGIH/TLV: 10 PPM, 20l
Sigma Aldrich Fine Chemicals Biosciences Acetic acid 99.5 fCC fG
Acetic acid is an organic acid mainly used as a preservative acidulating and flavoring agent. It is the main constituent of vinegar and pyroligneous acid. In combination with leavening agents it produces carbon dioxide from sodium bicarbonate. Acetic acid is used as flavoring agent in ice-creams nonalcoholic beverages and baked goods.
Sigma Aldrich Fine Chemicals Biosciences Acetic acid puriss., meets analytical specification of Ph. Eur., BP, USP, FCC, 99.8-100.5, 64-19-7, MFCD00036152
Acetic acid puriss., meets analytical specification of Ph. Eur., BP, USP, FCC, 99.8-100.5