Acids
Organic and inorganic acids in available concentrations and forms.
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Explore our range of industrial chemicals, laboratory raw materials and specialist chemical products organised by chemical family. HD Chemicals Ltd supplies a broad selection of acids, alkalis, oxides, oxidising agents, solvents, salts and minerals for appropriate industrial, manufacturing, cleaning, maintenance and laboratory applications.
Our Chemical Families directory helps professionals, businesses and individual customers identify products by their chemical classification and compare available specifications, concentrations and pack sizes.
Browse Chemicals by Chemical Family
Chemical substances are commonly grouped into families according to their composition, properties and chemical behaviour.
Understanding these classifications can help customers identify suitable raw materials for particular processes, compare related compounds and navigate an extensive chemical product catalogue more efficiently.
At HD Chemicals, we have organised our chemical range into six main families, providing straightforward access to both common industrial chemicals and more specialised raw materials.
Acids – Industrial and Specialist Acid Products
Our Acids category includes a selection of organic and inorganic acids available in different forms and concentrations.
Acids are widely used in suitable cleaning, descaling, pH adjustment, surface treatment, laboratory and manufacturing processes.
Products within this family may include solid crystalline acids, powdered materials and prepared liquid solutions.
Because the properties, strength and permitted applications of acids vary considerably, customers should refer to each product's specification and safety documentation before use.
Alkalis & Caustics – Alkaline Chemical Raw Materials
Alkalis are an important group of chemicals used across numerous industrial and technical applications.
Our Alkalis & Caustics collection includes alkaline raw materials that may be used in appropriate cleaning processes, chemical manufacturing, pH adjustment and other technical applications.
Products are available in different chemical forms depending on the material, including powders, granules and solutions.
Selection should be based on the required chemical properties, concentration and compatibility with the intended process.
Oxides – Industrial and Mineral-Based Compounds
Chemical oxides are compounds containing oxygen combined with another element. Their properties vary widely depending on the chemical composition.
Our Oxides category brings together selected compounds used in appropriate industrial, technical and specialist applications.
Certain oxide materials are relevant to pigments, coatings, manufacturing and formulation processes, while others serve different chemical or functional purposes.
Customers can explore the range and review individual product specifications to identify suitable materials.
Oxidisers & Peroxides – Specialist Oxidising Agents
Oxidising agents and peroxide-based compounds play important roles in various chemical, cleaning and industrial processes.
Our Oxidisers & Peroxides category provides access to selected chemical products with oxidising properties, available in the forms and concentrations specified on their individual listings.
These materials require careful assessment of storage conditions, chemical compatibility and handling requirements.
Always consult the product instructions and Safety Data Sheet before handling or using an oxidising chemical.
Solvents & Thinners – Technical and Industrial Solvents
Solvents are widely used in manufacturing, cleaning, coating processes, material preparation and other technical applications.
Our Solvents & Thinners collection includes chemical solvents selected for a range of compatible industrial and professional uses.
Different solvents offer different properties, including evaporation rate, polarity and compatibility with particular materials.
Customers should choose solvents according to their technical requirements and carefully review flammability, ventilation and handling information where relevant.
Salts & Minerals – Inorganic Chemical Raw Materials
Our Salts & Minerals category includes a diverse range of inorganic compounds supplied for suitable industrial, laboratory, agricultural and specialist applications.
This family covers chemical substances with differing solubility, composition and technical characteristics, including selected crystalline, granular and powdered materials.
These products may be used in appropriate manufacturing, formulation, maintenance and other chemical processes, depending on their individual specifications.
Choosing Chemical Raw Materials for Your Application
Selecting a chemical by family is only the first stage of identifying a suitable product.
Customers should also consider chemical composition, concentration, purity, grade, physical form and packaging requirements. Two products within the same chemical family may have significantly different properties and intended uses.
HD Chemicals Ltd is based in Plymouth and supplies chemical raw materials to customers throughout the UK.
Browse the six categories above to find relevant products, or explore our Shop by Use directory to locate chemicals according to their intended application.
Products may appear in more than one category where their chemical properties and common applications overlap. Refer to individual product listings and Safety Data Sheets for detailed guidance.