OUR HCl BUSINESS
Investment in infrastructure.
Commitment to quality. And to you.
Since 1959, Reagent has continually invested in railcars, trucks, facilities and people to service the needs of our customers and suppliers. These assets enable Reagent to safely and efficiently provide the best quality HCl throughout the supply chain.
Quality Assurance
Our philosophy on quality is simple. We adhere to all applicable standards and specific customer requirements to deliver a quality product that meets our customers’ needs. Our Quality Assurance Department has multiple laboratories strategically located across the United States.
The Reagent Network
Investment in infrastructure, personnel, and technology have enabled us to become the largest marketer of liquid hydrochloric acid in North America.
The most HCl railcars in the industry.
We have more than 3,000 rubber lined railcars — the largest HCl fleet in North America. Our advanced fleet is designed specifically for the safe and efficient transport of HCl and is meticulously maintained in our state-of-the-art repair and rubber lining facilities.
Reliable supply chain.
We know our suppliers and customers rely on a consistent supply chain. To meet your needs, we have built storage complexes strategically located around the country to support all stages of supply. With industry leading storage capacity, service interruptions due to market fluctuations in HCl production and consumption are minimized.
An extensive tank truck fleet.
Our fleet of several hundred tractors and trailers provide efficient service to our customers and suppliers. Utilizing modern in-vehicle technology systems we provide 24/7 service, 365 days a year.
Our people are our priority.
Employees are our most important asset. These experienced professionals operate our facilities, oversee logistics, and ensure product quality. Our Reagent drivers collectively log over 10 million safe miles each year.
Support Services
Once you partner with Reagent you will find that our service does not end with pickup or delivery.
From inspection to emergency response, our support services are here for you.
24/7 CALL CENTER
Our centralized team of customer service and dispatch professionals coordinate product deliveries and any emergency response needs.
TANK TELEMETRY
We can provide a telemetry system that can automatically monitor both producers’ and customers’ nationwide HCl inventory and alert our Dispatch Center.
QUALITY ASSURANCE LABS
Our quality assurance labs utilize industry standard procedures to routinely test product. The results are shared with customers and suppliers.
Our Products
HCl
Hydrochloric acid, also known as muriatic acid, is an aqueous solution of hydrogen chloride (HCl). It is a clear, colorless solution with a distinctive pungent odor. Hydrochloric acid is used in the production of other industrial chemicals, food and steel processing, water treatment and energy production. Reagent Chemical markets hydrochloric acid produced from by-product and burner producers.
NaOH
Sodium hydroxide, also known as lye and caustic soda, is an inorganic compound with the formula NaOH. Caustic Soda is used in the manufacturing of soaps and detergents, pulp and papers, water treatment, and textiles. Reagent Chemical markets both diaphragm and membrane grades of caustic soda.