SULFURIC ACID 1% to 10% Chemical Compatibility

Sulfuric Acid (H2SO4) is a very corrosive, very dense, oily liquid. It can range from colorless to dark brown depending on its purity and used in the manufacture a huge variety of substances including chemicals, fertilizers, paints, detergents, and explosives. Sulfuric Acid is also referred to as oil of vitriol and vitriol. In low concentrations, HDPE is a very good choice for storage tank material.

At a glance

HDPE is the most economical tank material for SULFURIC ACID 1% to 10%, rated Excellent. Polypropylene and PVDF (Kynar®) are also rated Good or better. Avoid titanium hardware. Rated Fair (contact us before use): nylon tanks.

  • 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 SULFURIC ACID 1% to 10% works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.

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

Fittings

How SULFURIC ACID 1% to 10% works with the plastics used for tank fittings.

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

Gaskets & O-Rings

How SULFURIC ACID 1% to 10% works with gasket and O-ring materials.

Material Rating
Buna-N Excellent
EPDM Excellent
Viton® Excellent

Metals

How SULFURIC ACID 1% to 10% works with the metals used for fittings and bolts.

Material Rating
316 Stainless Steel Good
Hastelloy Good
Titanium Not Recommended
Aluminum No Data