FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION 37% W/V AR
Confirms BP, USP specification Formalin
| Product Code | B-01244 | BRAND | Bio-Chem |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade | For Synthesis | CAS No | 50-00-0 |
| Purity | Min 37% - 41% | Molecular Weight | 30.03 |
| H.S.Code | 2912.11000 | Shelf Life | 60 Months |
| Molecular Formula | HCHO |
Physical Properties
| Physical state at 20 °C | Liquid | Colour | Clear Colorless |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flash point [°C] | 64 °C | Odour | Pungent |
| Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] | -15 °C | Vapour pressure [20°C] | 1.3 mm Hg @ 20°C |
| Vapour density | 1.04 | Boiling point [°C] | 96 °C |
| Solubility in water [% weight] | Infinitely soluble | Auto-ignition temperature [°C] | 300 °C |
| Explosion limits upper[%] | 73 % | Explosion limitslower[%] | 7 % |
| Density [g/cm3] | 1.08 | pH Value | 2.8 |
Packaging
Specification
| Appearance | Clear colorless solution with strong pungent odor |
| Assay | 37-38% w/w |
| Methanol (CH3OH) | 8 – 12% |
| Weight/ mL at 20°C | 1.080 – 1.090 g |
| Colour scale | Max 10 APHA |
| Acidity (as HCOOH) | Max 0.006 meq/g |
| Residue on ignition | Max 0.005% |
| Chloride (Cl) | Max 0.0005% |
| Sulphate (SO4) | Max 0.002% |
| Iron (Fe) | Max 0.0005% |
| Heavy metals (by ICP-OES) | Max 0.0005% |
Safety Information and Hazard Symbols
Symbol: GHS05, GHS06, GHS08
Signal Word: Danger
UN No.: 2209
IMCO Class No.: 8
Packing Group: III
Hazardous Statement: H301-H311-H314-H317-H331-H335-H351-H370
Precaution Statement: P260-P280-P301 + P310-P305 + P351 + P338-P310