Sulfuric acid is derived from the element of sulfur, which can be sourced naturally or harvested as a byproduct of natural gas refining. Sulfuric acid is one of the most widely produced chemicals in the industry and is the main component in the production of phosphoric acid. Both acids are most commonly used in the production of fertilizers and detergents, but phosphoric acid can be used as a food additive as well. Sulfuric acid is also used in the production of commercial and consumer grade products such as chemicals, dyes, salts, and pharmaceuticals.
