Perchloric Acid (HClO4)
Perchloric acid, identified by its CAS number 7601-90-3, is a remarkably strong and highly corrosive inorganic acid. It is commonly recognized by its chemical formula, HClO4.
Visually, perchloric acid appears as a colorless liquid. Its extreme acidity is evident from its incredibly low pH of 0.1, signifying its powerful corrosive capabilities. This makes it a formidable reagent in chemical processes.
Often supplied as an ACS Reagent, this indicates a high level of purity, making it suitable for rigorous analytical and laboratory applications where precision is paramount.
With a molecular weight of 100.45 g/mol, perchloric acid is typically provided in 1-liter quantities and safely contained within robust HDPE plastic bottles for transport and storage.