Nitric Acid (HNO₃) service
Material Compatibility
SS 316L for Nitric Acid (HNO₃)
Is SS 316L the right valve material for Nitric Acid (HNO₃)? The engineering rating, the conditions that limit it, and the better alternatives.
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Is SS 316L compatible with Nitric Acid (HNO₃)?
For Nitric Acid (HNO₃) (HNO₃) valve service, SS 316L is good — a good choice. Slightly lower corrosion resistance than 304L for HNO₃ due to molybdenum - but still widely used.
Better materials for Nitric Acid (HNO₃)
Higher-rated options for this service, from the compatibility data.
All rated materials for Nitric Acid (HNO₃)
Reviewed by Materials Engineering, Vajra Industrial SolutionsDiscipline: Valve Metallurgy & Materials SelectionLast reviewed: 20 June 2026
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