*Acetic Acid* $CH_3COOH$
Also called: *Ethanoic Acid, Vinegar Acid*
### *1. Quick Facts*
**Property** **Detail**
**Appearance** Clear, colorless liquid. Strong vinegar smell
**Common Grades** **Glacial 99.8%** - pure, **80%**, **56%**, **Food Grade 5-10%** = Vinegar
**pH** ~2.4 - Strong acid
**Main Job** pH reducer + Preservative + Solvent
### *2. Grades You’ll Find in Nigeria*
**Grade** **Concentration** **Best For** **Smell**
**Glacial 99.8%** 99.8% Industrial, Chemical production Very strong, pungent
**80% Technical** 80% Textile, Water treatment Strong
**56% Technical** 56% Cleaning, Detergent Strong
**Food Grade** 5% - 10% Food, Vinegar Mild vinegar smell
*Note*: Glacial means "no water". It can freeze at 16°C and looks like ice.
### *3. Top Uses in Nigeria 2026*
**Industry** **What it’s Used For**