- Production:
- Oxalic acid can be obtained by acidifying oxalate salts.
- Applications:
- Cleaning Products: Oxalic acid can be used as an oxidizing agent in cleaning products.
- Metal Cleaning: It can be used for cleaning metal surfaces.
Properties of Oxalic Acid:
- Chemical Formula: C2H2O4
- Molecular Weight: Approximately 90.03 grams/molecule
- Physical State: White crystals or powder
- Odor: Odorless
- Solubility: Soluble in water
- Hazard Symbols: Contact with skin and eyes may cause irritation.