Perchloric acid, 20%

Name: Perchloric acid, 20%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000917

About Perchloric acid, 20%

Perchloric acid is a synthetic reagent carrying the CAS registry number 7601-90-3 at a purity of 20%. With the molecular formula ClHO4, it has a molar mass of 100.46 g/mol. Common synonyms include Dioxonium perchlorate solution and Perchloric Acid (60%).

In its supplied form it is a clear colourless liquid. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, reaction development, medicinal chemistry and analytical determinations. It is used across academic and industrial research and electronics and semiconductors.

Available in 500 mL and 1 L packs, Perchloric acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry
Analytical determinations

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Perchloric acid, 20%
Catalogue No.	VQ-000917
CAS Number	7601-90-3
IUPAC name	perchloric acid
Molecular formula	ClHO₄
Molecular weight	100.46 g/mol
Exact mass	99.9563
Purity / assay	20%
HSN code	28111990
InChIKey	VLTRZXGMWDSKGL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	OCl(=O)(=O)=O
PubChem CID	24247

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	71.4 Å²
Synonyms	Dioxonium perchlorate solution, Perchloric Acid (60%), Perchloric Acid (70%), Perchloric acid, >72% acid by mass [Forbidden], Perchloric acid, >72% acid by mass, 0.5N Perchloric Acid, Perchloric acid, not >50% acid, by mass, Perchloric acid, >50% but not >72% acid, by mass, Perchloric acid, ACS reagent, 70%, ClHO4, perchioric acid, Perchloric acid (8CI, 9CI, ACI)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Oxidiser

Corrosive

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H271May cause fire or explosion, strong oxidizer
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements: P210, P220, P260, P264, P280, P283, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P306 + P360, P316, P321, P363, P370 + P378, P371 + P380 + P375, P405, P420, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Perchloric acid, 20%?

The CAS Registry Number of Perchloric acid, 20% is 7601-90-3. It is also known as Dioxonium perchlorate solution, Perchloric Acid (60%), Perchloric Acid (70%).

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Perchloric acid, 20%?

Perchloric acid, 20% has the molecular formula ClHO4 and a molecular weight of 100.46 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is perchloric acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Perchloric acid, 20% can I order?

We supply Perchloric acid, 20% in (20%) grade, in 500 mL, 1 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Perchloric acid, 20%?

Yes. Every lot of Perchloric acid, 20% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Perchloric acid, 20% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Perchloric acid, 20% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.