Sulfuric Acid, Concentrated, 16oz For Sale

The sulfuric acid concentration (95-97%) is highly reactive and dissolves the majority of metals. Therefore, it is utilized in a variety of precious metal refining processes. It does not dissolve gold but is excellent at dissolving metals such as copper, silver, and iron, making it potentially useful in certain gold refinement processes. Sulfuric acid is another common acid used in gold electroplating.

Depending on its purity, sulfuric acid is a colourless to dark-brown liquid that is highly corrosive and opaque. Incompatible with water. It is a potent tissue irritant.