OXALIC ACID (COLD) Chemical Compatibility

OXALIC ACID is Colorless and odorless. It is a powder or granular solid in dry form.
Oxalic acid is an terrific chemical for cleaning purposes. Its is much like bleach in many of its qualities. Oxalic Acid can be used for sterilizing household items. It is also a good rust remover on many different surfaces. Stains on counters, bathtubs and kitchen sinks can be removed through careful application of this acid.

At a glance

HDPE is the most economical tank material for Oxalic Acid (Cold), rated Excellent. Polypropylene, nylon and PVDF (Kynar®) are also rated Good or better. Avoid Buna-N gaskets.

  • Excellent No or minor effect. Recommended.
  • Good Slight effect. Generally suitable.
  • Fair Moderate effect. Limited or conditional use — contact us.
  • Not Recommended Severe effect. Do not use.
  • No Data Not tested. Contact us before use.

Tank Resins

How Oxalic Acid (Cold) works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.

Material Rating
HDPE Excellent
Polypropylene Excellent
Nylon Good
PVDF (Kynar®) Good

Fittings

How Oxalic Acid (Cold) works with the plastics used for tank fittings.

Material Rating
HDPE Excellent
PVC Good
CPVC Excellent
Polypropylene Excellent
PVDF Good

Gaskets & O-Rings

How Oxalic Acid (Cold) works with gasket and O-ring materials.

Material Rating
Buna-N Not Recommended
EPDM Excellent
Viton® Excellent

Metals

How Oxalic Acid (Cold) works with the metals used for fittings and bolts.

Material Rating
316 Stainless Steel Excellent
Hastelloy Good
Titanium No Data
Aluminum Excellent

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