Boric acid

Boric acid

Boric acid is a crystalline compound formed by dissolving boron trioxide in water. It is an inorganic acid, mainly tetraboric acid H2B4O7 (also known as pyroboric acid), metaboric acid (HBO2)n and orthoboric acid H3BO3 (also known as orthoboric acid in Chemicalbook). Among them, orthoboric acid has the highest water content and is the most stable. Orthoboric acid is also referred to as boric acid. It appears as white powdery crystals or flaky crystals with three oblique axes, and is shiny. It has a slightly bitter taste.
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Product Name
Boric acid
Appearance
Transparent liquid/powder
Specification
 99%
Test Method
HPLC
Storage
Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder.
Shelf Time
24 months
  MOQ
   1kg

Boric acid is an inorganic acid with antibacterial, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory effects. The following are some common effects and applications:
1. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects: Boric acid has strong antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects and can be used to treat inflammation and infection in the mouth, eyes, ears, and skin.
2. Antiseptic effect: Boric acid can be used as a wood preservative and paper preservative to extend its service life.
3. Application in cosmetics and personal care products: Boric acid can be used to make certain cosmetics and personal care products, such as moisturizers and eye drops.
4. Application in the agricultural field: Boric acid can be used in the agricultural field as a fertilizer and a chemical for controlling plant diseases and pests.
5. Pharmaceutical manufacturing: Boric acid can be used to make some medicines, such as medicines for treating vaginitis, oral and throat infections, etc.

Boric acid is a versatile chemical. Here are some common applications:
1. Medical field: Boric acid can be used to treat inflammation and infection in the mouth, eyes, ears and skin, such as bacterial, fungal and viral infections. It can also be used to make vaginal washes, ointments, moisturizers, etc.
2. Application in cosmetics and personal care products: Boric acid can be used to make certain cosmetics and personal care products, such as eyeliner, sunscreen, shampoo, shower gel, etc.
3. Industrial production: Boric acid can be used as an important chemical raw material for the production of other chemicals, such as glass, ceramics, artificial gemstones, etc.
4. Wood and paper preservation: Boric acid can be used as a wood preservative and paper preservative to extend the service life of wood and paper.
5. Food processing industry: Boric acid can be used in processing foods such as fish, fruits and vegetables to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi.
6. Textile industry: Boric acid can be used as a fireproof material and preservative for textiles to improve the quality and service life of textiles.