answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

It depends on the dose! Phosphoric acid has many uses, ranging from a food additive to a toilet cleaner, and dentists use it to descale teeth.

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar
More answers
User Avatar

Wiki User

14y ago

Depends on the plastic and the concentration. Coca-Cola contains phosphoric acid, and it's sold in plastic poly(ethylene terephthalate) bottles.

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Is phosphoric acid harmful to plastic?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

What containers can store phosphoric acid?

stainless steel or reinforced plastic


What liquids are harmful to bones?

Drinks containing phosphoric acid, mostly found in soda.


Does diet coke have citric acid'?

yes it contains citric acid as a main ingredient


Is poly phosphoric acid different from phosphoric acid?

I don't think so.poly phosphoric acid and phosphoric acid have same moleculer structure.http://harvestchem.iblogger.org


What is the reaction of phosphoric acid with nitric acid?

phosphoric acid


How do you remove phosphoric acid stains on black plastic?

To remove phosphoric acid stains on black plastic, make up a paste of white vinegar and baking soda. Apply the paste to the stain and allow to sit for a few minutes, then rinse with warm water.


What is H3PO4?

H3PO4 is the formula for phosphoric acid, also called orthophosphoric acid. For details see: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phosphoric_acid


What is the formula for H3PO4?

Phosphoric acid


Phosphoric acid is a strong acid?

Phosphoric acid 85% is the highest purity of this type of acid available in the market. Which is most used in food grade. Phosphoric acid is in the classification of weak acids.


Is phosphoric acid stronger then citric acid?

i think it is phosphoric is stronger but I'm not sure?


What is the difference between ortho-phosphoric acid and phosphoric acid?

They are the same Chemical Formula. Basically the same Acid with two different names.


What is the chemical name for H3PO3 aq?

Bromic Acid Whoever wrote the above is a terrible idiot.... H3PO3 CANNOT be bromic acid as it contains no Bromine (Br on the periodic table) It's common name would be Phosphorous acid If it were H3PO4 it would be Phosphoric acid