{"id":15629,"date":"2026-02-03T19:38:02","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T18:38:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/acids\/"},"modified":"2026-08-17T12:44:50","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T10:44:50","slug":"acids","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/acids\/","title":{"rendered":"Acids"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"15629\" class=\"elementor elementor-15629\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-604d723 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"604d723\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element 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data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2a4e0ce\" data-id=\"2a4e0ce\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2c17324 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2c17324\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acids are chemical substances that can donate protons (H\u207a ions) or accept electron pairs in chemical reactions. They are among the most fundamental <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/compounds\/\">compounds<\/a> in chemistry, playing a pivotal role in laboratory experiments, industrial processes, biological systems, and everyday life. Acids are essential in chemical synthesis, materials processing, cleaning, pharmaceuticals, food preservation, and manufacturing of specialty chemicals.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acids differ widely in terms of strength, reactivity, and corrosiveness. Some acids, like hydrochloric acid (HCl) or sulfuric acid (H\u2082SO\u2084), are highly reactive and capable of rapidly corroding metals and organic materials, while others, like citric or acetic acid, are mild and commonly encountered in food and beverages. Understanding their chemical behavior, safe handling practices, and industrial applications is crucial for chemists, engineers, and technicians.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acids can exist in various physical states, including aqueous solutions, molten liquids, or even gaseous or supercritical phases. Their reactivity, solubility, and ability to participate in complex reactions make them indispensable in laboratories and industrial settings worldwide.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Definition of an Acid<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acids are defined according to several classical and modern theories:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Arrhenius Definition:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> An acid is a substance that increases the concentration of hydrogen ions (H\u207a) in an aqueous solution.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span> <b>Example:<\/b><b><br \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> HCl \u2192 H\u207a + Cl\u207b<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Br\u00f8nsted\u2013Lowry Definition:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> An acid is a proton donor, meaning it can release an H\u207a ion to another molecule or ion in a reaction.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span> <b>Example:<\/b><b><br \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> H\u2082SO\u2084 + H\u2082O \u2192 H\u2083O\u207a + HSO\u2084\u207b<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lewis Definition:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> An acid is an electron-pair acceptor, capable of reacting with molecules that can donate electron pairs.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span> <b>Example:<\/b><b><br \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> BF\u2083 accepts a pair of electrons from NH\u2083, forming a Lewis adduct.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These definitions are complementary and help explain the behavior of acids in a wide variety of chemical systems, from aqueous reactions to complex organic and inorganic syntheses.<\/span><\/p><div style=\"margin: 40px 0; padding: 30px; background: #2c2cf6; border-radius: 8px; text-align: center;\"><h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; font-size: 22px; color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Request Your PTFE Quote<\/strong><\/h3><p style=\"margin: 0 0 20px 0; font-size: 16px; color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Worldwide delivery and certified PTFE products.<\/strong><\/p><p><a style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 14px 28px; background: white; color: #000000; text-decoration: none; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; border-radius: 6px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/contact-ptfe-felis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"follow noopener\">Get a Free Quote<br \/><\/a><\/p><\/div><h2><b>Types of Acids<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acids are classified based on their chemical composition, strength, and special properties. The main categories include:<\/span><\/p><h3><b>1. Mineral (Inorganic) Acids<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mineral acids are derived from naturally occurring minerals or synthesized from inorganic sources. They are generally strong acids, highly reactive, and capable of significant corrosion.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Examples:<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydrochloric acid (HCl)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sulfuric acid (H\u2082SO\u2084)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nitric acid (HNO\u2083)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phosphoric acid (H\u2083PO\u2084)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Applications:<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manufacturing fertilizers (e.g., H\u2082SO\u2084 for phosphate fertilizers)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal etching and pickling<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Production of dyes, detergents, and plastics<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><b>2. Organic Acids<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organic acids contain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/carbon\/\">carbon<\/a> in their structure and are typically weaker than mineral acids. They often have characteristic odors and are widely found in nature.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Examples:<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acetic acid (CH\u2083COOH)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Citric acid (C\u2086H\u2088O\u2087)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Formic acid (HCOOH)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Applications:<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food preservatives and flavoring agents<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pharmaceutical intermediates<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laboratory reagents for mild acid-base reactions<\/span>\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><h3><b>3. Strong Acids vs Weak Acids<\/b><\/h3><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Strong Acids:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Completely dissociate in aqueous solutions, releasing all their hydrogen ions.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span> <b>Examples:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> HCl, HNO\u2083, H\u2082SO\u2084<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Weak Acids:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Partially dissociate in water, establishing equilibrium between the acid and its ions.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span> <b>Examples:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> CH\u2083COOH, H\u2082CO\u2083<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The distinction between strong and weak acids is crucial for predicting reaction rates, pH changes, and chemical equilibria in industrial and laboratory applications.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>4. Fluoroacids (Special Category)<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fluoroacids are acids containing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/fluorine\/\">fluorine<\/a> atoms, which significantly increase their reactivity and sometimes toxicity.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Examples:<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trifluoroacetic acid (CF\u2083COOH)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydrofluoric acid (HF)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><b>Applications:<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Etching glass and silicon wafers<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specialized chemical synthesis<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pharmaceuticals and organofluorine chemistry<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fluoroacids require extreme caution due to their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/corrosive\/\">corrosive<\/a> nature and potential to penetrate skin or react violently with organic matter.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Properties of Acids<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acids exhibit several characteristic properties that influence their reactivity, applications, and handling:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sour Taste:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many edible acids, such as citric and acetic acid, have a sour taste.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>pH &lt; 7:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Acids lower the pH of solutions, with stronger acids producing more acidic (lower pH) solutions.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Electrical Conductivity:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Acids ionize in water, producing H\u207a ions that conduct electricity.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Corrosiveness:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Strong acids can attack metals, organic materials, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/polymers\/\">polymers<\/a>, making proper storage and material selection essential.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reactivity:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Acids react with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/bases\/\">bases<\/a> (neutralization), metals (hydrogen evolution), and carbonates (CO\u2082 release).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Chemical Selectivity:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Some acids preferentially react with specific functional groups in organic molecules, making them useful in targeted syntheses.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2><b>Industrial and Laboratory Applications<\/b><\/h2><h3><b>1. Chemical Industry<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acids are indispensable in the production of chemicals, polymers, and industrial intermediates.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Uses include:<\/b><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manufacturing fertilizers, dyes, plastics, and detergents<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acting as catalysts in reactions like esterification or hydrolysis<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facilitating extraction and purification of chemical intermediates<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><b>2. Metal Processing and Cleaning<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mineral acids are widely used in metallurgy and materials processing:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pickling:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Removing oxide layers from steel and other metals<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Etching:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Preparing metal surfaces for coating or plating<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Surface treatment:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cleaning and activating metals prior to industrial processing<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><b>3. Pharmaceuticals and Food Industry<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organic acids are common in pharmaceutical and food formulations:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preservatives and flavor enhancers<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acid-base reactions in drug synthesis<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Production of high-purity pharmaceutical intermediates<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><b>4. Electronics and Semiconductors<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acids play critical roles in electronics manufacturing:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Etching silicon wafers and printed circuit boards<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleaning chemical-resistant materials used in electronics fabrication<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facilitating deposition and patterning of materials in microelectronics<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><b>5. Specialty Applications with Fluoropolymers<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/fluoropolymer\/\">Fluoropolymers<\/a> like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/what-is-ptfe\/\"><b>PTFE<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/fluorinated-ethylene-propylene-fep\/\"><b>FEP<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are highly resistant to most acids, including strong mineral acids. This property enables:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safe handling of corrosive acids in chemical plants<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tubing, liners, and containers for industrial acid transport<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seals and gaskets in aggressive chemical environments<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laboratory equipment for strong acid experiments<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The carbon\u2013fluorine bond in fluoropolymers provides exceptional chemical inertness, ensuring durability even under prolonged exposure to reactive acids.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Acids and Fluoropolymers<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fluoropolymers\u2019 unique chemical structure makes them virtually <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/non-reactive\/\">non-reactive<\/a> with strong acids, which allows them to be used safely in situations where conventional materials would fail:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial acid transport and storage<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corrosion-resistant coatings and linings<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seals, gaskets, and tubing for corrosive processes<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laboratory equipment handling highly reactive acids<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PTFE, FEP, and other fluoropolymers are therefore standard materials in chemical processing, pharmaceutical production, and laboratory infrastructure.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Safety Considerations<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working with acids requires strict adherence to safety protocols:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always use <\/span><b>personal protective equipment (PPE):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> acid-resistant gloves, goggles, aprons, and protective clothing.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work in <\/span><b>well-ventilated areas<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or fume hoods to avoid inhalation of fumes.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Store acids in <\/span><b>appropriate containers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, segregated from incompatible substances.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neutralize acid spills with suitable bases (e.g., sodium bicarbonate) and follow proper disposal regulations.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be aware of the <\/span><b>corrosive nature<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of strong acids and ensure that materials in contact are resistant.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acids are fundamental to chemistry, industry, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and everyday products. Their ability to donate protons or accept electron pairs makes them highly versatile in chemical reactions and manufacturing processes. While acids can be highly corrosive and reactive, the use of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/chemical-inertnes\/\">chemically inert<\/a> materials like PTFE and FEP allows for safe handling, transport, and storage, even of strong mineral acids.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the types, properties, and applications of acids, along with safe handling practices, ensures efficiency, safety, and longevity of laboratory and industrial processes. Acids remain indispensable in scientific research, manufacturing, and technology, underpinning countless chemical, pharmaceutical, and industrial innovations.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/b><\/h2><p><b>What is an acid?<\/b><b><br \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> An acid is a substance that donates protons (H\u207a) or accepts electron pairs and can react with or dissolve other substances.<\/span><\/p><p><b>What are strong and weak acids?<\/b><b><br \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Strong acids fully dissociate in water (HCl, H\u2082SO\u2084), while weak acids partially dissociate (acetic acid, citric acid).<\/span><\/p><p><b>Are all acids corrosive?<\/b><b><br \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Most strong acids are corrosive to metals, organic materials, and skin, but weak organic acids are generally mild.<\/span><\/p><p><b>How do fluoropolymers interact with acids?<\/b><b><br \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> PTFE and FEP are highly resistant due to strong <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/carbon-fluorine-bonds-c-f\/\">carbon\u2013fluorine bonds<\/a> and do not react with most acids.<\/span><\/p><p><b>Where are acids commonly used?<\/b><b><br \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Chemical manufacturing, metal processing, pharmaceuticals, food industry, electronics, and laboratories.<\/span><\/p><p><b>What safety precautions should be taken when handling acids?<\/b><b><br \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use PPE, work in ventilated areas, store acids safely, and neutralize spills appropriately.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-cdf8245 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"cdf8245\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-63a1625\" data-id=\"63a1625\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9168a5f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"9168a5f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Related Post<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3c23161 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3c23161\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/bases\/\">What is bases?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/thermoplastics\/\">What is <span data-sheets-root=\"1\">thermoplastics?<\/span><\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/teflon\/\">What is <span data-sheets-root=\"1\">Teflon?<\/span><\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptfe-felis.com\/en\/top-chemical-hose-manufacturers-in-india\/\"><span data-sheets-root=\"1\">Top Chemical Hose Manufacturers in India<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Acids Last updated: 02\/2026 | Written by: Content Team | Reviewed by: Federico Lipparini Contact ISO International Organization for Standardization FDA Administration for Foods and Drugs RoHS Restriction of Hazardous Substances Initial Page Acids are chemical substances that can donate protons (H\u207a ions) or accept electron pairs in chemical reactions. 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