UNICAL SBW can be used for different purposes. It is preferred in deliming and as a pickling agent. It is very effective for the removal of lime and alkalinity, hence, deliming process is fast and homogenious through the cross-section of the pelt. UNICAL SBW is preferred as pickling acid due to its non-swelling property and shortens the pickling period and it also effects a better chrome exhaustion/fixation.