{"product_id":"nitric-acid-67-lab-grade","title":"Nitric Acid 67% Lab Grade","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eNitric Acid 67% — Laboratory \/ Technical Grade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHigh-purity HNO₃ for gold refining, metal processing, pH adjustment, laboratory analysis, and industrial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/8814\/2451\/files\/Nitric_Acid_SDS_c2c66a8b-e4fc-4a4c-9173-eac9c4441ad8.pdf?v=1750954584\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📄 Safety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e  | \n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/8814\/2451\/files\/Nitric_Acid_0001158997_54c1e0a3-149f-4364-b32a-bb9b6426098f.pdf?v=1750954595\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📄 Certificate of Analysis (COA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Product\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to buy nitric acid online from a trusted US supplier? Grow It Depot stocks 67% nitric acid (42° Baumé, HNO₃) at laboratory\/technical grade purity — available from a single quart up to 55-gallon drums for bulk industrial orders. Whether you're a jeweler doing gold recovery, a lab technician running sample digestions, or a metalworker passivating stainless steel, this is the concentration and grade you need. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is available with every order. Ships in Level 4 Fluorinated Polyethylene (FLPE) bottles; 55-gallon orders ship in HDPE blue drums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Uses This Product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJewelers \u0026amp; precious metal refiners\u003c\/strong\u003e — aqua regia gold refining, silver parting, and platinum group metal recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrban miners \u0026amp; e-waste recyclers\u003c\/strong\u003e — PCB board gold recovery and base metal dissolution\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetalworkers \u0026amp; fabricators\u003c\/strong\u003e — passivation of stainless steel, surface etching, and oxide removal from copper and brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResearch \u0026amp; analytical labs\u003c\/strong\u003e — sample digestion, trace metal analysis, and chemical synthesis\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial \u0026amp; chemical manufacturers\u003c\/strong\u003e — production of ammonium nitrate, nitrate salts, and nitrogen-based compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHobbyists \u0026amp; makers\u003c\/strong\u003e — PCB etching, metal art, and chemistry experiments (with proper safety training)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Size Is Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuart (1 qt)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHobbyists, small-batch gold refining, lab use\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMost popular entry size\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4x Quarts (1 gal bundle)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRegular refiners, cost-conscious buyers\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e⭐ No hazmat shipping fee — best value per oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Gallon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eActive labs, metalworking shops\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSame price as 4x Quart bundle; hazmat fee applies\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 Gallon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHigh-volume refiners, industrial users\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSignificant per-unit savings over quart pricing\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e55 Gallon Drum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCommercial operations, bulk buyers\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eShips in HDPE blue drum; contact us for freight quote\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e💡 Tip: The 4x Quarts bundle ships without a hazmat fee, making it the most cost-effective option for buyers needing up to 1 gallon.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGold \u0026amp; precious metal refining\u003c\/strong\u003e — aqua regia dissolution, parting, and urban mining \/ PCB board recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal cleaning \u0026amp; etching\u003c\/strong\u003e — passivation of stainless steel, surface preparation, and oxide removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH adjustment\u003c\/strong\u003e — lowering pH in industrial water treatment and process chemistry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaboratory reagent\u003c\/strong\u003e — digestion of samples, analytical chemistry, and synthesis\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer \u0026amp; mineral processing\u003c\/strong\u003e — production of ammonium nitrate and other nitrogen compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAqua Regia Gold Refining Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAqua regia is a 1:3 mixture of nitric acid (HNO₃) and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shopbvv.com\/products\/hydrochloric-acid-37-acs-reagent-grade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehydrochloric acid (HCl)\u003c\/a\u003e that dissolves gold — something neither acid can do alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare aqua regia:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix 1 part nitric acid with 3 parts hydrochloric acid in a fume hood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDissolve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add impure gold. Nitric acid oxidizes gold to Au³⁺; HCl provides Cl⁻ to form soluble chloroauric acid (HAuCl₄).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove undissolved metals and impurities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecipitate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add sodium metabisulfite (Na₂S₂O₅) to precipitate pure gold particles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWash \u0026amp; melt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse the gold powder, dry, and melt into bars or granules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore in a cool (below 25°C \/ 77°F), dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep containers tightly sealed; nitric acid is hygroscopic and will absorb moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore away from incompatible materials: organics, flammables, bases (ammonia, caustic soda), and reactive metals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse only FLPE, HDPE, or glass containers — never aluminum, copper, or carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShelf life: approximately 1–2 years when stored properly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlways work in a fume hood or outdoors with adequate ventilation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRequired PPE: acid-resistant gloves, chemical splash goggles, face shield, and acid-resistant apron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChemical Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible containers:\u003c\/strong\u003e FLPE (Level 4 Fluorinated Polyethylene), HDPE, borosilicate glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncompatible materials (do not mix or store near):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOrganic solvents (acetone, alcohols, ethers) — risk of violent reaction or fire\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBases and alkalis (ammonia, sodium hydroxide) — exothermic neutralization\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReactive metals (aluminum, zinc, iron) — generates hydrogen gas and heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReducing agents and flammable materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHNO₃\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMolecular Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e63.013 g\/mol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAS Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7697-37-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e67% (42° Baumé)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColorless to faint yellow liquid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOdor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcrid, pungent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDensity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;1.4078 g\/mL @ 25°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoiling Point\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e248°F (120°C) at 67.2% HNO₃\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompletely miscible with water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUN Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUN 2031\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProper Shipping Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNitric Acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransport Hazard Class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.1, 8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacking Group\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eII\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGHS Hazard Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/images\/ghs\/GHS03.svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" alt=\"Oxidizer\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/images\/ghs\/GHS05.svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" alt=\"Corrosive\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/images\/ghs\/GHS06.svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" alt=\"Acute Toxic\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Word:\u003c\/strong\u003e DANGER\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHazard Statements:\u003c\/strong\u003e H272 (May intensify fire; oxidizer) · H314 (Causes severe skin burns and eye damage) · H330 (Fatal if inhaled)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautionary Statements:\u003c\/strong\u003e P210, P220, P260, P264, P271, P280, P284, P301+P330+P331, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P320, P321, P363, P370+P378, P403+P233, P405, P501\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From Grow It Depot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eUS-based supplier\u003c\/strong\u003e — stocked and shipped from within the United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eProper hazmat packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e — Level 4 FLPE bottles rated for concentrated acids; fully DOT-compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eCOA included\u003c\/strong\u003e — Certificate of Analysis available with every order for verification of purity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eBulk pricing available\u003c\/strong\u003e — from quart to 55-gallon drum; volume discounts built into tiered pricing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eFast fulfillment\u003c\/strong\u003e — in-stock inventory ready to ship\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eKnowledgeable support\u003c\/strong\u003e — questions about your application? Contact us before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat container does this ship in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nQuart and gallon sizes ship in Level 4 Fluorinated Polyethylene (FLPE) bottles, which are chemically resistant to nitric acid. The 55-gallon drum ships in an HDPE blue drum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a hazmat shipping fee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes — nitric acid is a DOT hazardous material (Class 5.1\/8, UN 2031). A hazmat fee applies to most sizes. The \u003cem\u003e4x Quarts (1 gal)\u003c\/em\u003e bundle is specifically packaged to ship without a hazmat fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you ship to my state?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWe ship to most US states. Some states have restrictions on concentrated acids. If your order cannot be fulfilled to your location, you will be notified promptly. Contact us before ordering if you have concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the shelf life?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWhen stored properly in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials, nitric acid has a shelf life of approximately 1–2 years. Always keep containers tightly sealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this food-safe or USP grade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. This is laboratory\/technical grade, not food-grade or USP pharmaceutical grade. It is not intended for food contact or consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat PPE is required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAt minimum: acid-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), chemical splash goggles, face shield, and a lab coat or acid-resistant apron. Always work in a fume hood or well-ventilated area. See the SDS for full handling requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this for hydroponics pH down?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNitric acid is used industrially for pH adjustment but is extremely concentrated and hazardous. For hydroponic applications, we recommend using a properly diluted, purpose-formulated pH Down product unless you have the appropriate safety training and equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you offer a Certificate of Analysis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes — a COA is available for download above and can be provided upon request for every lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/8814\/2451\/files\/Nitric_Acid_SDS_c2c66a8b-e4fc-4a4c-9173-eac9c4441ad8.pdf?v=1750954584\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e📄 Nitric Acid 67% Lab\/Tech Grade — Safety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/8814\/2451\/files\/Nitric_Acid_0001158997_54c1e0a3-149f-4364-b32a-bb9b6426098f.pdf?v=1750954595\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e📄 Nitric Acid 67% Lab\/Tech Grade — Certificate of Analysis (COA)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BVV","offers":[{"title":"Quart","offer_id":43216191750180,"sku":"NAL67-1QT","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4x Quarts (1 gal) *No Hazmat Shipping Fee","offer_id":43216191782948,"sku":"NAL67-1QTX4","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":43216191815716,"sku":"NAL67-1G","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":43216191848484,"sku":"NAL67-5G","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"55 Gallon Drum","offer_id":43216191881252,"sku":"NAL67-55G","price":1550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0254\/3914\/1924\/files\/NitricAcidGROUP.jpg?v=1769689684","url":"https:\/\/www.growitdepot.com\/products\/nitric-acid-67-lab-grade","provider":"Grow It Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}