Product Overview
10% Vinegar — Concentrated Industrial Strength represents a high-purity, aqueous solution of acetic acid formulated specifically for demanding commercial, manufacturing, and industrial environments. This concentration of 10% is significantly stronger than standard retail vinegars, offering enhanced chemical activity and lower water content for industrial-scale operations. As an established industrial distributor, Alliance Chemical provides this product through our acids collection to support operations requiring reliable, standardized acid strengths. This solution serves as a critical agent in pH adjustment, chemical synthesis, and industrial surface preparation across various sectors.
Engineered for industrial consistency, our 10% vinegar is packaged and handled to preserve its chemical profile under rigorous quality controls. Because it contains 10% active acetic acid (CAS 64-19-7), it delivers a predictable level of acidity, allowing chemical engineers to calculate precise dosing for neutralizations and compounding. Our facility maintains strict batch monitoring to guarantee that every delivery meets specified tolerances. This product is ideal for clients seeking a dependable technical-grade acid source that avoids the handling complexities associated with highly concentrated glacial acetic acid while maintaining sufficient chemical potency.
Why This Grade
Choosing the proper grade and concentration of acetic acid is vital to preventing process failures. Our Industrial Grade 10% Vinegar provides the optimal balance of reactivity and safety for processes where higher concentrations of glacial acetic acid (99.7%) would be overly hazardous, volatile, or chemically aggressive. At 10% concentration, the solution provides sufficient hydrogen ion concentration for effective reactions without the extreme corrosive volatility of glacial grades. If a process engineer attempts to substitute a lower-grade consumer vinegar, they risk introducing unpredictable organic impurities, particulate matter, and biological contaminants that can poison catalysts, throw off precise pH balances, or ruin finishes.
Conversely, using a concentration that is too high can lead to equipment degradation, violent exothermic reactions during dilution, and increased worker hazard risks. The industrial grade designation ensures that trace impurities such as heavy metals or chloride ions are strictly controlled within commercial tolerances. This prevents localized corrosion in stainless steel mixing vessels and ensures compatibility with standard industrial dosing pumps. In applications like textile processing or concrete prep, using an uncertified or incorrect grade can cause uneven dye binding or incomplete chemical profiling, leading to expensive scrap and downtime.
Chemical Profile
- CAS Number
- 64-19-7
- Chemical Formula
- C2H4O2
- Molecular Weight
- 60.05 g/mol
- Boiling Point
- 244 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
- Melting Point
- 61.9 °F (NTP, 1992)
- Flash Point
- 104 °F (NTP, 1992)
- Specific Gravity
- 1.051 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink
- Appearance
- Acetic acid, glacial appears as a clear colorless liquid with a strong odor of vinegar. Flash point 104 °F. Density 8.8 lb / gal. Corrosive to metals and tissue. Used to make other chemicals, as a food additive, and in petroleum production.
- Solubility
- greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 73 °F (NTP, 1992)
- UN Number
- UN2790
- Hazard Class
- Class 8
- Packing Group
- III
- Proper Shipping Name
- Acetic acid solution (with more than 10 percent and less than 50 percent acid, by mass)
- GHS Signal Word
- Danger
Values sourced from Alliance Chemical's canonical chemistry registry. Certificate of Analysis (COA) per lot.
Industrial Applications
- Concrete Etching: Preparing concrete surfaces by neutralizing alkaline compounds and opening pores for industrial coatings and sealers.
- pH Adjustment: Controlling pH levels in industrial wastewater treatment facilities and agricultural irrigation systems to meet discharge standards.
- Textile Processing: Serving as a mild acidulant to adjust dye bath pH levels and fix colors in fabrics during industrial dyeing.
- Chemical Intermediate: Acting as a reactant or solvent in the manufacture of acetate-based chemicals and intermediate industrial compounds.
- Industrial Cleaning Formulations: Compounding specialized descaling agents and surface cleaners designed to remove mineral scale from heat exchangers.
Hazmat & Shipping
Due to its chemical properties, 10% Vinegar — Concentrated Industrial Strength is a regulated hazard under Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines. It is classified as UN2790, Hazard Class 8 (Corrosive), Packing Group III. The designated Proper Shipping Name is Acetic acid solution (with more than 10 percent and less than 50 percent acid, by mass). The authoritative Signal Word for this material is Danger. This classification is driven by the potential for corrosive effects on contact with metals and biological tissue. Our logistics team coordinates shipping in strict compliance with hazmat transport protocols to ensure safe delivery to your receiving facility.
The GHS classification identifies key hazard statements including **H226** (Flammable liquid and vapor) and **H314** (Causes severe skin burns and eye damage). Safe handling requires adherence to specific precautionary statements such as P260 (Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray), P280 (Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection), and P305+P354+P338 (IF IN EYES: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes). Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) — including chemical-resistant gloves, splash goggles, and face shields — must be worn at all times during transfer operations. Facility managers must ensure that safety showers and eye wash stations are readily accessible near chemical handling areas.
Handling & Storage
Store this product in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, maintaining temperatures between 40°F and 90°F to prevent thermal degradation or crystallization. Ensure containers are tightly closed when not in use. Suitable storage materials include high-density polyethylene (HDPE), polypropylene, or glass. Do not store in carbon steel, copper, or aluminum containers, as acetic acid is highly corrosive to these metals and will generate flammable hydrogen gas. Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, nitric acid, and peroxides to prevent dangerous exothermic reactions. Ensure compliance with local fire codes regarding corrosive storage.
Order & Documentation
At Alliance Chemical, we simplify your procurement workflow by providing complete transparency. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is provided with every order to ensure your facility maintains full safety compliance, and a Certificate of Analysis (COA) is available upon request for quality assurance. To secure your supply of industrial-grade acids, you can Request a Quote or choose to Download the SDS directly from our online portal.
Why Buy from Alliance Chemical
Since 1997, Alliance Chemical has supplied premium industrial chemicals from Taylor, Texas under CAGE Code 1LT50, with a COA and SDS included on every order. For industrial use only.
