What is the difference between acetic acid and glacial acetic acid?

Here, we are going to learn about the differences between acetic acid and glacial acetic Acid. However, before we get into the differences, there are a few things we should know. To start with, we will understand what acetic acid is first.

 

CAS 64-19-7 Acetic acid is a colorless, transparent liquid with a pungent odor. Its melting point is 16.635°C, boiling point is 117.9°C, and density is 1.0492. It is miscible with solvents such as water and ethanol and is widely used in chemical synthesis and analysis. Its CAS number is 64-19-7, making it a flammable liquid with safety hazards including corrosiveness (R35).

 

 

Category	Acetic Acid	Glacial Acetic Acid
Concentration	Covers all ranges (e.g., 3%-5% in vinegar)	Typically ≥98% (highly concentrated)
Key Physical Trait	Liquid at room/low temps; vinegar-like smell	Solidifies below 16.6℃; sharp, pungent odor
Common Uses	Cooking (vinegar), household descaling, Food additives	Industrial synthesis, lab solvent, textile production