When producing orthophosphoric acid (H3PO4) via the wet process involving strong sulfuric acid leaching, how does it compare to the electric furnace method?

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Published
11 Mar 2019
Last updated
28 May 2026

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The wet process using strong sulfuric acid results in orthophosphoric acid of lower purity compared to the electric furnace technique. While it may use lower-grade phosphate rock and require less capital investment, the main distinction lies in the acid's purity, which is inferior in the wet process.

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