Chemicals in the VARIBOX

On this page, you will find a list of typical chemicals used in the VARIBOX Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs). This list contains chemicals that are common in many different markets and applications. Your chemical(s) or chemical mixes may not be included in this list: Please contact our customer service to check if your chemical can be used in the VARIBOX container.

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Chemicals in the VARIBOX

This is a list of common Chemicals in the VARIBOX for safer, reusable, and more sustainable storage and transport. This list contains chemicals with are familiar in many different markets and applications. It could be that your chemical(s) or chemical mixes are not included in the list. Please contact our customer service to check if your chemical can be used in our VARIBOX container.

Acetic acid

The VARIBOX containers are well known for the safe storage and transport of Acetic acid. All concentrations of the acid can be stored in the VARIBOX. The formula for Acetic acid is CH3COOH and you can find it in the ADR under UN 2789 or UN 2790. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Alkylsulphonic acids, liquid

The VARIBOX is approved for Alkylsulphonic acids, liquid (with not more than 5 % free sulphuric acid). Synonyms and/or formula: Alkanesulfonic / alkylsulfonic acid; generic formula R-SO3H. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 2586. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is Viton (FKM).

Aluminium chloride solution

The VARIBOX is approved for Aluminium chloride solution (aqueous solution). Synonyms and/or formula: Aluminium chloride solution; aluminum chloride; AlCl3 (aq). You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 2581. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Ammonia

A typical chemical that is transported by many different distributors and stored by many users in the VARIBOX is Ammonia. Concentrations up to 20% are allowed to be put in the VARIBOX. The formula for Ammonia is NH3 and you can find it in the ADR under UN 2672. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM. Please be careful with Ammonia, there is a possibility that it builds up pressure – you can find more information in the support section in the FAQ Ammonia.

Arylsulphonic acids, liquid

The VARIBOX is approved for Arylsulphonic acids, liquid (with not more than 5 % free sulphuric acid). Synonyms and/or formula: Arenesulfonic / arylsulfonic acid; generic formula Ar-SO3H. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 2586. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is Viton (FKM).

Butyric acid

The VARIBOX is approved for Butyric acid (n-Butyric acid). Synonyms and/or formula: Butanoic acid / n-butyric acid; CH3CH2CH2COOH. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 2820. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is Viton (FKM).

Chromic acid solution

The VARIBOX is approved for Chromic acid solution (aqueous solution with not more than 30 % chromic acid). Synonyms and/or formula: Chromic acid; H2CrO4. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 1755. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is Viton (FKM).

Citric acid

Citric acid is a widely used chemical in many different markets. The VARIBOX is well suited for the safe storage and transport of this chemical. The VARIBOX is approved for all concentrations of Citric acid. The formula for Citric acid is C6H8O7 and you can find it in the ADR under UN 3265. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Dichloroacetic acid

The VARIBOX is approved for Dichloroacetic acid. Synonyms and/or formula: Dichloroethanoic acid / dichloroacetic acid; DCA; CHCl2COOH / C2H2Cl2O2. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 1764. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is Viton (FKM).

Diesel (flashpoint >60°C)

Diesel (flashpoint >60°C) is a widely used chemical in many different markets. The VARIBOX is well suited for the safe storage and transport of this chemical. The VARIBOX is only approved for Diesel with a flashpoint >60°C. The formula for Diesel is C16H30 and you can find it in the ADR under UN 1202. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is Viton (FKM).

Diethylenetriamine

The VARIBOX is approved for Diethylenetriamine. Synonyms and/or formula: Diethylenetriamine (DETA); H2NCH2CH2NHCH2CH2NH2 / C4H13N3. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 2079. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Ethanolamine solution, corrosive grade

The VARIBOX is approved for Ethanolamine solution, corrosive grade (aqueous solution). Synonyms and/or formula: 2-Aminoethanol / monoethanolamine (MEA); HOCH2CH2NH2 / C2H7NO. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 2491. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Ethylene glycol

Ethylene glycol is a widely used chemical in many different markets. The VARIBOX is well suited for the safe storage and transport of this chemical. The VARIBOX is approved for all concentrations of Ethylene glycol. The formula for Ethylene glycol is C2H6O2 and you can find it in the ADR under UN 1189. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Ferric chloride

The truly reusable VARIBOX IBCs are often used for the safe transport and storage of Ferric chloride solution or as it is also known: Iron III Chloride solution. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations. The formula for Ferric chloride solution is Cl3Fe and you can find it in the ADR under UN 2582. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Fluoroboric acid

The VARIBOX is approved for Fluoroboric acid (aqueous solution with not more than 50 % fluoroboric acid). Synonyms and/or formula: Tetrafluoroboric acid; fluoroboric acid; HBF4. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 1775. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is Viton (FKM).

Fluorosilicic acid

The VARIBOX is approved for Fluorosilicic acid. Synonyms and/or formula: Hexafluorosilicic acid; hydrofluosilicic acid; H2SiF6. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 1778. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is Viton (FKM).

Formaldehyde

The truly reusable VARIBOX IBCs are often used for the safe transport and storage of Formaldehyde or as it is also known: methanal . The formula for Ferric chloride solution is CH₂O and you can find it in the ADR under UN 2209. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Formic acid

The truly reusable VARIBOX IBCs are often used for the safe transport and storage of Formic acid. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations. The formula for Formic acid is CH2O2 and you can find it in the ADR under UN 1779 The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Hexamethylenediamine solution

The VARIBOX is approved for Hexamethylenediamine solution (aqueous solution). Synonyms and/or formula: 1,6-Diaminohexane / hexamethylenediamine (HMDA); H2N(CH2)6NH2 / C6H16N2. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 1783. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Hydrobromic acid

The VARIBOX is approved for Hydrobromic acid (aqueous solution). Synonyms and/or formula: Hydrogen bromide solution; hydrobromic acid; HBr (aq). You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 1788. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Hydrochloric acid

In many applications across different markets, Hydrochloric acid is being used. The VARIBOX is well-known for safely transporting this substance. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations. The formula for Hydrochloric acid is HCI and you can find it in the ADR under UN 1789. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM. With Hydrochloric acid, also pay attention to the choice of metal parts such as springs: Stainless steel 304 and 316 can be insufficiently resistant. It may be better to choose springs made of Hastelloy®.

Hydrofluoric acid

VARIBOX Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) can be filled with Hydrofluoric acid. You can safely use the IBC to transport your acid. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations up to 60% and can be used for 2 years. The formula for Hydrofluoric acid is HF and you can find it in the ADR under UN 1790. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is VITON.

Hydrogen peroxide

The truly reusable VARIBOX IBCs are often used for the safe transport and storage of Hydrogen peroxide. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations up to ≤60%. The formula for Hydrogen peroxide. is H2O2 and you can find it in the ADR under UN 2014 or UN 2984. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is VITON. A pressure relief vent is required!

Isobutyric acid

The VARIBOX is approved for Isobutyric acid. Synonyms and/or formula: Isobutyric acid; 2-methylpropanoic acid; (CH3)2CHCOOH / C4H8O2. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 2529. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Methacrylic acid, stabilized

The VARIBOX is approved for Methacrylic acid, stabilized. Synonyms and/or formula: Methacrylic acid; CH2=C(CH3)COOH / C4H6O2. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 2531. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Nitric acid

Distributors are often using the truly reusable VARIBOX IBCs to provide Nitric acid in the safest manner. The VARIBOX is suitable for all concentrations up to 55% and may be used for 5 years. The VARIBOX is also suitable for concentrations above 55% to 62% and may then be used for 2 years. The formula for Nitric acid is HN03 and you can find it in the ADR under UN 2031. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is VITON.

Peracetic acid 15%

To provide their customers in the safest way with Peroxyacetic acid, many different chemical distributors across Europe use the containers of VARIBOX. The VARIBOX is suitable for concentrations up to 5% and may then be used for 5 years. The VARIBOX is also suitable for certain Peracetic acid with concentrations up to 15% and may then be used for 2 years. The formula for Peracetic acid is C2H4O3 and you can find it in the ADR under UN 3149 or UN 3109. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is VITON. A pressure relief vent is required!

Peroxyacetic acid

To provide their customers in the safest way with Peroxyacetic acid, many different chemical distributors across Europe use the containers of VARIBOX. The VARIBOX is suitable for concentrations up to 5% and may then be used for 5 years. The VARIBOX is also suitable for certain peroxyacetic acids with concentrations up to 15% and may then be used for 2 years. The formula for Peroxyacetic acid is C2H4O3 and you can find it in the ADR under UN 3149 or UN 3109. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is VITON. A pressure relief vent is required!

Phosphoric acid

To provide their customers in the safest way with Phosphoric acid, many different chemical distributors across Europe use the containers of VARIBOX. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations of Phosphoric acid. The formula of this chemical substance is H3PO4 and you can find it in the ADR under UN 1805. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Phosphorous acid

The VARIBOX is approved for Phosphorous acid (aqueous solution). Synonyms and/or formula: Phosphonic acid / orthophosphorous acid; H3PO3. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 3264. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Polyaluminum chloride

The truly reusable VARIBOX IBCs are often used for the safe transport and storage of Polyaluminum chloride. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations. The formula for Polyaluminum chloride is Al2Cl2H4O6S and you can find it in the ADR under UN 3264. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Polyamines, liquid, corrosive, N.O.S.

The VARIBOX is approved for Polyamines, liquid, corrosive, N.O.S.. Synonyms and/or formula: Polyamines; mixture/polymeric amines; no single molecular formula. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 2735. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Potassium hydroxide

The VARIBOX containers are well known for the safe storage and transport of Potassium hydroxide. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations of Potassium hydroxide. The formula of this chemical substance is KOH and you can find it in the ADR under UN 1814. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Potassium silicate solution

Potassium silicate solution is a widely used chemical in many different markets. The VARIBOX is well suited for the safe storage and transport of this chemical. The VARIBOX is approved for all concentrations of Potassium silicate solution. The formula for Potassium silicate solution is K4O4Si and this chemical is not added to the international guidelines/regulations from the UN and ADR. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Propionic acid

The VARIBOX is approved for Propionic acid (with not less than 10 % and less than 90 % acid by mass). Synonyms and/or formula: Propanoic acid / propionic acid; CH3CH2COOH / C3H6O2. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 1848. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Propylene Glycol

When it comes to the storage and transportation of chemicals like 1000L IBC Propylene Glycol (C3H8O2), safety and sustainability are paramount. Propylene Glycol, a colorless, odorless liquid, is widely used in industries ranging from food and pharmaceuticals to cosmetics and manufacturing.

Sodium chlorite

In different markets, Sodium chlorite is being used. The VARIBOX is well-known for safely transporting this substance. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations of Sodium chlorite. The formula of this chemical substance is NaClO2 and you can find it in the ADR under UN 1908. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Sodium hydroxide

Many VARIBOX Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) are filled with Sodium hydroxide. You can safely use the IBC to transport your Sodium hydroxide. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations of Sodium hydroxide. The formula of this chemical substance is NaOH and you can find it in the ADR under UN 1824. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Sodium hypochlorite

To provide their customers in the safest way with Sodium hypochlorite, many different chemical distributors across Europe use the containers of VARIBOX. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations. The formula for Sodium hypochlorite is NaOCl and you can find it in the ADR under UN 1791. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM. A pressure relief vent on the version is required!

Sodium silicate solution

The truly reusable VARIBOX IBCs are often used for the safe transport and storage of Sodium silicate solutions. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations. The formula for Sodium silicate solution is Na2O3Si and this chemical is not added to the international guidelines/regulations from the UN and ADR. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is EPDM.

Sulphuric acid

Distributors are often using the truly reusable VARIBOX IBCs to provide Sulphuric acid in the safest manner. The VARIBOX is suited for all concentrations of Sulfuric acid, so even up to 98%. The formula for Sulfuric acid is H2SO4 and you can find it in the ADR under UN 1830 or UN 1832 or UN 2796. The VARIBOX SC is available with a PE valve especially suitable for Sulfuric acid up to 98%. The advised version of the VARIBOX for this chemical is VITON.

Sulphurous acid

The VARIBOX is approved for Sulphurous acid. Synonyms and/or formula: Sulfurous acid / sulphurous acid; H2SO3. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 1833. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Tetramethylammonium hydroxide solution

The VARIBOX is approved for Tetramethylammonium hydroxide solution (aqueous solution, flashpoint more than 60 °C). Synonyms and/or formula: Tetra Methyl Ammonium Hydroxide (TMAH); (CH3)4NOH / C4H13NO. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 1835. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Thioglycolic acid

The VARIBOX is approved for Thioglycolic acid. Synonyms and/or formula: Mercaptoacetic acid / thioglycolic acid; HSCH2COOH / C2H4O2S. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 1940. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Trichloroacetic acid solution

The VARIBOX is approved for Trichloroacetic acid solution (aqueous solution). Synonyms and/or formula: Trichloroethanoic acid / trichloroacetic acid (TCA); CCl3COOH / C2HCl3O2. You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 2564. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

Zinc chloride solution

The VARIBOX is approved for Zinc chloride solution (aqueous solution). Synonyms and/or formula: Zinc chloride; ZnCl2 (aq). You can find this chemical in the ADR under UN 1840. The permitted period of use is not more than 5 years from date of manufacture. The specified venting is Vacuum vent. The seal recommendation is EPDM.

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We know that the safe and reusable VARIBOX IBCs are being used for many different chemicals and mixes of chemicals. Therefore it could be that your chemical(s) is not included in the list above. If so, please contact us.

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