Is There an Acid That Can Corrode TiO2 Coating?

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In summary: Adding TiO2 to H2O2 should produce a orange-yellow solution, with the H2O2 forming a complex with the TiO2. Probably is a more reactive (non compact) form of TiO2 because, usually, the TiO2 is in the form of an extremely thin film.
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how to corrode TiO2 ??

Hi guys,

I have a question about TiO2 coating.

I heated (annealed) my alloy, NiTiHf at about 1000 oC, and now a relatively yellow coat is formed on the sample. I think it is TiO2, because its color also proves this point.

I'm looking for a way to remove that undesirable coating. I don't want to polish the sample, because stress may remain it the sample which is not again desirable.

so I'm seeking for an acid to corrode that coating.

experts, what acid do you offer me ?? is there any acid to corrode TiO2 ??

thanx very much
 
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In case you don't know correct keywords - Google for "etching TiO2", that's how this process is usually named (not corrosion).
 
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As Borek mentioned the process is normally called etching (to chemically remove some surface of a material) or pickling. TiO2 forms a protective oxide on Ti metal and alloys.

The general etchant is nitric acid with a small amount of HF (this is very nasty stuff and is usually done in a polyethylene or other inert container). The HF in solution breaks down the TiO2 protective layer. The oxide could be blue, green, yellow, orange, pink or red depending thickness. Titanium is anodized (oxidized) for different colours.

Acid wash is followed by an alkali and deionized water rinse to stop the etching and remove the acid.

In commerical operation polishing with fine grit (300 or 600) is done to achieve a shiny surface.


Alternatively, one could use an Ar plasma etching technique.
 
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You can dissolve titanium dioxide using a solution of hydrogen peroxide and a carbonate salt (for example: sodium carbonate). Much safer than using nitric and hydrofluoric acids.
 
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thank you so much for your help

I have tried to remove that TiO2 coating by using (HF + HNO3), but surprisingly it did not work !

OK , I will try the other choice,

thank you very much
 
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mrjeffy321 said:
You can dissolve titanium dioxide using a solution of hydrogen peroxide and a carbonate salt (for example: sodium carbonate). Much safer than using nitric and hydrofluoric acids.


this is really strange. none of the solutions worked.

Hf + HNO3 and also H2O2 + Na2CO3 did not work. no reaction happens !:frown:

so, what should I do now ?:confused:
 
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mah65 said:
this is really strange. none of the solutions worked.

Hf + HNO3 and also H2O2 + Na2CO3 did not work. no reaction happens !:frown:

so, what should I do now ?:confused:
Maybe it's the Ni and the Hf in the alloy which block the etching with HF: nikel and hafnium fluorides are insoluble. About the second formula, I don't believe it could really dissolve TiO2.
If you haven't already done it, I would first begin with (in case, hot concentrated) HCl or H2SO4 or NaOH. If it doesn't work I would then use melted (NH4)HSO4 or melted KHSO4.
 
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mah65 said:
this is really strange. none of the solutions worked.

lightarrow said:
About the second formula, I don't believe it could really dissolve TiO2.
I use this to clean out glassware which has been contaminated with TiO2, but that I do not want to damage with HF.

Adding TiO2 to H2O2 should produce a orange-yellow solution, with the H2O2 forming a complex with the TiO2. I am not exactly sure of the chemical mechanism, but the carbonate ions do something which allow more TiO2 to go into solution, otherwise the H2O2 will quickly saturate.

I use concentrated (30% stock solution) H2O2 when do this, but I can dillute it down considerably before use and it still works. I have never tried it explicitly using ordinary household 3% H2O2, if that is what the OP used.
 
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lightarrow said:
If you haven't already done it, I would first begin with (in case, hot concentrated) HCl or H2SO4 or NaOH. If it doesn't work I would then use melted (NH4)HSO4 or melted KHSO4.


whould you please give me an exat combination of the solutions I should use ? and what is each concentration ? HCl + H2SO4 ... ?

thank you
 
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mah65 said:
whould you please give me an exat combination of the solutions I should use ? and what is each concentration ? HCl + H2SO4 ... ?

thank you
I would begin with concentrated H2SO4 (98%). You put a little drop on the metal surface and observe, in case you remove it quickly with water. If it doesn't work I would try with the same acid but hot (100°C ~ 200°C).
P.S. Be careful with hot H2SO4, don't let a single tiny drop squirt on your skin.
 
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mrjeffy321 said:
I use this to clean out glassware which has been contaminated with TiO2, but that I do not want to damage with HF.

Adding TiO2 to H2O2 should produce a orange-yellow solution, with the H2O2 forming a complex with the TiO2.
Probably is a more reactive (non compact) form of TiO2 because, usually, that reaction happens with titanium salts (TiO2 already in solution). TiO2 which has been heated becomes very compact and extremely difficult to dissolve. Usually the method is to melt it with KHSO4 (first at low temp., the hydrogensulphate becomes pirosolfate, then the temp. is increased to decompose pirosulphate into sulphate and sulphuric anydride which attacks the oxide).
 
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As u said, firstly i poured H2SO4 and also HCl separately on the sample, but in each case, nothing happened.

then, I submerged my sample in H2SO4 in a glass container. then put it on the heater to temperatures of 100 - 200, but again, no reaction occurred.

I wonder what to do now ?!
 
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mah65 said:
As u said, firstly i poured H2SO4 and also HCl separately on the sample, but in each case, nothing happened.

then, I submerged my sample in H2SO4 in a glass container. then put it on the heater to temperatures of 100 - 200, but again, no reaction occurred.

I wonder what to do now ?!
Now I would try with molten pyrosulfate. If it doesn't work with it, I give up...:frown:
If you don't have potassium pyrosulfate K2S2O7 you proceed as mentioned in my previous post, first decomposing KHSO4 at low temp. (until it has finished making foam) and then at higher temperatures (over 350°C) to decompose the pyrosulfate in SO3. The pyrosulfate have to surround completely your block of material.
 
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mah65 said:
whould you please give me an exat combination of the solutions I should use ? and what is each concentration ? HCl + H2SO4 ... ?

thank you

I think before you go tinkering with acid combinations, you should learn more about http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acid" [Broken]!

In general (I'm not a chem-e), I would try a graduated approach, trying successively strong acids. However, I am aware there is a calculated approach to determine the requisite strength, if you're certain it's the titanium-dioxide bond. Again, I'm not a chem-e, and am simply remembering something from third-quarter chem class two decades ago.
 
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I believe you tried harder, did you succeed?
Can you share with me because am struggling with the same challenge
Emmanuel
 
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unfortunately, I have to say that I could not remove that damn layer of oxide! If you could, please let me know. The yellow coating is so anti corrosive! and shows no reaction with those acids! However, the black one can easily be removed using NHO3 + HF + H2O.
 
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I should admit that this discussion has assisted me.
Finally I managed with conc. HCL with 100oC of temperature
The glass is perfectly clean
Regards
 
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What do you mean? did this simple solution worked? Only HCl with 100 Celsius degree temperature?!

What do you mean by glass?!

OK, please tell me about the condition, i.e. the container and any safety measurements I have to consider if I wanted to do carry it out.
 
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mah65 said:
What do you mean? did this simple solution worked? Only HCl with 100 Celsius degree temperature?!

What do you mean by glass?!

OK, please tell me about the condition, i.e. the container and any safety measurements I have to consider if I wanted to do carry it out.

Yeah,
I mean the simple solution of HCL with 100 Celsius degree temperature worked. My case might be quite different from yours because I was trying to wash away TiO2 on a window glass of sputtering unity, the film was thicker.

I also attempted to etch TiO2 thin film from a glass substrate under the same condition, it did not work. Thus I think it work in thicker films and not thin films

-I poured small amount of HCL (the glass can immerse totally) in a beaker
-Soak the glass need to wash
-cover it -I used tissue paper -and leave it in for an hour
-then put the content on oven at 100oC for about 30min
-allowed the content to cool
-rinse the glass with tap water (never add water into acid, do the other way round)
thats what I did!
 
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Titanium is actually a really hard nut to etch. Peroxide, nitric acid and sulfuric acid will only make the oxide thicker. My really fat inorganic chemistry book (Greenwood and Ernshaw) hints at strong hydrofluoric acid. It is just really nasty stuff to handle. Be REALLY careful. Hood, face shield, long goves, the works. Any drop on the skin and it is straight off to the hospital. Deep, necrotic sores after some time.
 
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It is not just necrotic sores. HF permeates the skin, goes into blood stream and precipitates calcium, that ends in hypocalcemia. Very painful and nasty way of dying.
 
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mah65 said:
and now a relatively yellow coat is formed on the sample. I think it is TiO2, because its color also proves this point.
At the risk of sounding like a total noob...

Are you absolutely certain that it is TiO2? What other yellow material could it be?
 
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i had the same problem, if you add some ammonium sulphate into sulphuric acid (5 gr of ammonium sulphate into 10ml of sulphuric acid) u will be able to dissolve it.
 
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My Alloy was NiTiHf. Ti Hf are really prone to oxidation. So the oxide must be TiO2, or HfO2 or a combination of these :)
 

1. What is TiO2 and why is it used in many industries?

TiO2, or titanium dioxide, is a compound made up of titanium and oxygen atoms. It is commonly used as a pigment in products such as paint, cosmetics, and food, as well as in the production of ceramics, plastics, and paper. It is also used as a photocatalyst for environmental and energy applications.

2. How does TiO2 corrode and what factors can accelerate this process?

TiO2 corrosion occurs when the titanium and oxygen atoms in the compound react with substances in its environment, causing the material to deteriorate. This process can be accelerated by exposure to high temperatures, acidic or alkaline solutions, and UV radiation.

3. What are the methods for corroding TiO2 in a controlled manner?

There are several ways to corrode TiO2 in a controlled manner, including electrochemical methods, such as anodization, and chemical methods, such as etching with acid or alkaline solutions. These methods can be used to create specific surface structures and properties for different applications.

4. How can TiO2 corrosion be prevented or slowed down?

To prevent or slow down TiO2 corrosion, it is important to protect the material from exposure to harsh environments. This can be achieved by using protective coatings, such as polymer films or metal coatings, or by using corrosion inhibitors, which are substances that can slow down the rate of corrosion.

5. What are the potential health and environmental risks associated with TiO2 corrosion?

While TiO2 is generally considered a safe and non-toxic compound, there have been concerns about the potential health and environmental risks associated with its corrosion. When inhaled in the form of nanoparticles, TiO2 can potentially cause respiratory and inflammatory issues. In the environment, TiO2 corrosion products can accumulate and have negative impacts on aquatic life. Proper safety measures should be taken when handling and disposing of TiO2 materials.

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