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Acetic Acid
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CH₃COOH · C₂H₄O₂ · CAS 64-19-7
Certified Glacial Acetic Acid (99.5%+) and dilute grades — bulk supply to Pakistan's textile finishing mills, leather tanneries, pharmaceutical manufacturers, food processors, and chemical industries. Purity guaranteed. COA with every batch. Nationwide delivery from Lahore.
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Pakistan's Entire Industrial Chain
Acetic Acid — chemical formula CH₃COOH, also written as C₂H₄O₂ — is one of the most widely used organic acids in industrial chemistry. In its pure, concentrated form it is called Glacial Acetic Acid (so named because it freezes at 16.7°C into a colourless solid resembling ice) and contains 99.5%+ acetic acid by weight. In diluted forms ranging from 30% to 80%, it serves a broader range of industrial, food-grade, and process applications.
At The Chemical House, we supply certified Glacial Acetic Acid (99.5%+) and dilute grades for Pakistan's textile, leather, pharmaceutical, food processing, and chemical manufacturing sectors — with full Certificate of Analysis documentation, GHS-compliant SDS, and supply reliability that Pakistan's most demanding industrial buyers depend on. Every shipment is sourced from internationally approved manufacturers with traceable quality documentation.
Pakistan's textile finishing industry, leather tanneries in Karachi and Kasur, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and chemical processing plants collectively consume significant volumes of Acetic Acid annually. The demand spans every concentration — from food-grade dilute acid for food processing and preservation, to glacial-grade for chemical synthesis and textile pH control. The Chemical House stocks all grades with immediate availability in Lahore for domestic buyers and export-capable packaging for international clients.
Seven Industries Where Acetic Acid
Is Absolutely Non-Negotiable
Acetic Acid is not a single-industry chemical. It serves as a critical process input across Pakistan's most economically important manufacturing sectors — each requiring specific grades, concentrations, and supply reliability:
Textile Finishing & pH Control
Dilute Acetic Acid (2–5% solutions) is the standard pH-neutralising agent used in textile finishing — applied after alkaline scouring and dyeing processes to restore fabric to its optimum slightly acidic pH (5.5–6.5) before final finishing. This neutralisation step protects reactive dyes from alkali-induced hydrolysis, improves colour fastness, and ensures the fabric handle and tensile properties are not compromised by residual alkali. Pakistan's massive textile finishing sector — from Faisalabad's knit mills to Karachi's synthetic fabric processors — runs on consistent, accurately concentrated Acetic Acid.
Leather & Tannery Industry
Acetic Acid plays a critical role throughout the leather processing chain. In the pickling stage, it creates the acidic (pH 3–4) aqueous environment that prepares raw hides for the chrome tanning process — preventing swelling and denaturation while allowing tanning chemicals to penetrate evenly. It is also used in the deliming stage to neutralise calcium compounds after liming, in dyeing operations to set anionic leather dyes, and as a pH regulator throughout the finishing sequence. Pakistan's Sialkot and Kasur tanneries consume significant volumes of Acetic Acid continuously.
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical-grade Acetic Acid is used as an acidifying agent in injectable formulations, as a reagent in pharmaceutical synthesis (production of aspirin, paracetamol, and numerous other APIs involves acetic acid or acetic anhydride), and as a buffer component in topical preparations and ear drops. In Pakistan's growing pharmaceutical industry, GMP-certified Acetic Acid with full pharmacopoeia compliance (BP/USP specifications) is required for regulated drug manufacturing — demanding the highest available purity and heavy metals documentation.
Food Processing & Preservation (E260)
Food-grade Acetic Acid (E260) is approved globally as a food additive and preservative. In Pakistan's food industry, it is used as an acidulant and antimicrobial preservative in pickled vegetables, condiments, mayonnaise, salad dressings, and bread products. At appropriate concentrations, it lowers food pH to levels that inhibit pathogenic bacterial and fungal growth — extending shelf life without synthetic preservatives. Food-grade supply from The Chemical House meets PSQCA food safety standards with appropriate safety documentation for food contact applications.
Chemical Synthesis & Manufacturing
Glacial Acetic Acid is the starting material for an enormous range of industrial chemical syntheses. It is used to produce vinyl acetate (for PVA adhesives and paints), cellulose acetate (for fibres and film), acetic anhydride (for pharmaceuticals and explosives), and numerous ester compounds used as solvents, fragrances, and plasticisers. In Pakistan's developing chemical manufacturing sector, Glacial Acetic Acid is a foundational industrial input — its purity level directly determines the yield and quality of every downstream chemical process it enters.
Printing, Packaging & Adhesives
Acetic Acid is used in the printing industry as a component in printing inks and as a solvent for certain polymer binders. In packaging applications, it is used in the production of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) via acetic acid esterification pathways. Vinyl acetate polymer emulsions — critical components in waterborne adhesives, wood glues, and paper laminates — are all derived from acetic acid. Pakistan's printing and packaging sector represents a growing demand channel for consistently graded Acetic Acid supply.
Descaling, Cleaning & Water Treatment
Dilute Acetic Acid is a highly effective descaling agent for removing calcium carbonate, iron oxide, and silicate deposits from industrial heat exchangers, boilers, cooling towers, and RO membranes — providing a safer alternative to hydrochloric or sulphuric acid descaling where equipment metallurgy limits the use of stronger mineral acids. In water treatment, it is used as a pH-reducing agent and as a carbon source in biological denitrification processes. It is also used in the textile dyeing machinery cleaning sector for periodic dye vessel descaling.
Glacial vs Dilute Acetic Acid —
Which Grade Does Your Process Need?
The difference in concentration between Glacial (99.5%) and dilute Acetic Acid is not merely a matter of degree — it determines handling requirements, safety protocols, dosing accuracy, and process outcomes. Get this wrong and it costs you.
Glacial Acetic Acid
99.5%+ · Concentrated · Industrial SynthesisDilute Acetic Acid
30–80% · Process & Industrial GradeUnsure which grade and concentration is right for your process? Contact our team — free technical advice before you order.
When Acetic Acid Purity Directly Affects
Your Process Quality
Acetic Acid is available from dozens of chemical traders in Pakistan. What separates The Chemical House is certified purity, consistent supply, and the documentation that your QC, EHS, and compliance teams actually need:
Certified 99.5%+ Purity With Full COA
Every batch of Glacial Acetic Acid is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis confirming acidity (as CH₃COOH), water content, colour (APHA), iron, chloride, and sulphate limits — the complete specification your quality team needs to approve incoming material without running full in-house analysis.
GHS-Compliant SDS With Every Order
Acetic Acid is a regulated hazardous chemical. Every shipment from The Chemical House is accompanied by a current, GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheet (16 sections) — covering hazard classification, first aid, firefighting procedures, spill response, PPE requirements, and disposal guidance. Your EHS team gets everything they need from day one.
All Grades & Concentrations In Stock
Glacial 99.5%, industrial 80%, process 50%, and food-grade dilute Acetic Acid — all available from our Lahore warehouse for immediate dispatch. Whether your process requires the highest purity for pharmaceutical synthesis or a cost-effective dilute grade for textile finishing, we have the right concentration ready. Check our current stock.
Competitive Acetic Acid Price in Pakistan
Our Acetic Acid price in Pakistan is market-aligned with transparent, consistent pricing — no hidden charges, no surprise markups. Bulk buyers and regular supply contract clients receive volume pricing advantages. Request a formal quote today — same-day response guaranteed.
Safe Packaging & Hazmat-Compliant Delivery
Glacial Acetic Acid is a hazardous material requiring specialised packaging (UN-approved HDPE drums), proper labelling, and compliant transport documentation. The Chemical House handles all hazmat logistics correctly — so your facility receives the material safely, with all required transport and handling paperwork complete.
Complete Chemical Portfolio for Your Industry
Beyond Acetic Acid, we supply Formic Acid, Sulphuric Acid, Aluminium Sulphate, Sodium Sulphate Anhydrous, Calcium Carbonate, and 12+ more industrial chemicals — one supplier, one COA standard, one delivery for your entire requirement.
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About Acetic Acid — Answered
These are the questions textile mills, leather processors, pharmaceutical buyers, and industrial chemical purchasers ask us most before their first Acetic Acid order.
Direct answers. No marketing language. Based on real product and process knowledge from years of supplying Acetic Acid across Pakistan's most demanding industrial sectors.
Ask Our Team →What is the price of Acetic Acid in Pakistan?+
The price of Acetic Acid in Pakistan depends on grade (Glacial 99.5% vs dilute concentrations), order volume, packaging format (drums vs IBC vs bulk), and current import market conditions. Glacial Acetic Acid pricing tracks international methanol and acetic anhydride feedstock markets and fluctuates with global supply dynamics. The Chemical House offers competitive, transparent pricing for all grades — with volume discounts for bulk buyers. Contact our sales team directly for the most current and accurate quote for your specific grade, concentration, and delivery location in Lahore, Karachi, Faisalabad, or anywhere in Pakistan.
What is Glacial Acetic Acid and how is it different from regular Acetic Acid?+
Glacial Acetic Acid is pure, undiluted Acetic Acid with a concentration of 99.5% or higher — it is called "glacial" because it solidifies at 16.7°C into a colourless solid resembling ice. It is the most concentrated, highest-purity commercial form and is used for chemical synthesis, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and applications requiring maximum acidity and minimum water content. Regular or dilute Acetic Acid is Glacial Acetic Acid diluted with water to concentrations of 30%, 50%, or 80% — safer to handle, sufficient for textile finishing, leather processing, food applications, and general descaling. The Chemical House supplies both glacial and dilute grades from our Lahore facility.
What is Acetic Acid used for in the textile industry?+
In Pakistan's textile industry, Acetic Acid (typically 30–50% dilute grade) is primarily used as a pH neutralising and correction agent in fabric finishing. After alkaline scouring and reactive dyeing processes, fabric is treated with dilute Acetic Acid solution to neutralise residual alkalinity and restore the fabric to its optimum slightly acidic pH (5.5–6.5). This step is critical for reactive dye colour fastness, fabric handle, and tensile properties — alkaline residues accelerate dye hydrolysis and weaken fibre structure over time. It is also used in acid dyeing of nylon and wool, where the acidic pH is essential for dye-fibre bonding, and in certain fabric softening and finishing baths.
Is Acetic Acid safe to use? What PPE is required?+
Acetic Acid is a regulated hazardous chemical — Glacial Acetic Acid in particular is both corrosive (GHS Class 8) and flammable (GHS Class 3). Essential PPE for handling includes: acid-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene — never latex), chemical splash goggles or full face shield, acid-resistant apron, and closed-toe shoes. Work areas must be well-ventilated as acetic acid vapour is irritating to the respiratory system. Keep away from heat sources, open flames, and oxidising agents. Never store near bases or oxidisers. The Chemical House provides a complete, current GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with every order — your team must read and follow it before handling any shipment.
Can I buy Glacial Acetic Acid in bulk in Lahore with COA?+
Yes. The Chemical House stocks Glacial Acetic Acid (99.5%+) in Lahore in UN-approved 200-litre HDPE drums and IBC totes, available for immediate dispatch in any quantity from a single drum to full pallet or container loads. All orders are supplied with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis and current GHS-compliant SDS. We also supply dilute grades (30%, 50%, 80%) and food-grade Acetic Acid. Visit our Ex Stock page to check current availability or submit an indenting enquiry for forward supply agreements at contracted pricing.
Certified Acetic Acid.
Every Grade. Every Batch.
Always in Stock.
Glacial 99.5%, industrial 80%, dilute 30–50%, and food-grade E260 — in stock in Lahore, supplied with COA and SDS, delivered anywhere in Pakistan.
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