Chemicals

Production of Oxalic Acid

The unit produces high-quality oxalic acid crystals derived from oxalate-rich barks. The manufacturing process involves chemical fusion with caustic soda under controlled temperature and steam conditions to extract the acid.

Project cost & finance

Cost of Project

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Building & Civil Work3
Plant & Machinery5
Working Capital6.5
Total14.5

Means of Finance

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Raw materials & machinery

Machinery & equipment8

Raw materials3

Manufacturing process

  1. Storage of oxalate-containing barks.
  2. Heating caustic soda solution in the reactor vessel up to 60 degrees Celsius.
  3. Disintegration and sieving of oxalate barks.
  4. Feeding barks into the reaction vessel using a screw conveyor.
  5. Passing steam through the vessel to maintain reaction temperature.
  6. Processing and crystallization of the final oxalic acid product.

Market

There is a significant and consistent demand for oxalic acid in both domestic and international markets.