FORMIC ACID 98-100% AR
Methanoic Acid, Hydrogen Carboxylic Acid, Formulaic Acid
| Product Code | B-01253 | BRAND | Bio-Chem |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade | AR | CAS No | 64-18-6 |
| Purity | 98% | Molecular Weight | 46.03 |
| H.S.Code | 2915.11000 | Shelf Life | 60 Months |
| Molecular Formula | CH2O2 |
Physical Properties
| Physical state at 20 °C | Liquid | Colour | Clear Colorless |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odour | Pungent | pH value | 2.2 |
| Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] | 8.2 - 8.4°C | Auto-ignition temperature [°C] | 601°C |
| Solubility in water [% weight] | Infinitely soluble | Density [g/cm3] | 1.22 |
| Vapour density | 1.59 | Flash point [°C] | 48 °C |
| Final boiling point [°C] | 101 °C | Partition coefficient Log Pow octanol / water at 20°C | 0.54 |
| Explosion limits - upper [%] | 57% | Explosion limits -lower [%] | 18 % |
Packaging
Specification
| Appearance | A clear colorless liquid. |
| Assay (alkalimetric) | Min 98.0% |
| Weight/ mL at 20°C | 1.216 – 1.220 g/ml |
| Freezing point | Min 5.5 deg C |
| Insoluble matter in water | Passes test |
| Acetic acid (CH3COOH) | Max 0.3% |
| Chloride (Cl) | Max 0.0005% |
| Nitrogen compounds (as N) | Max 0.002% |
| Sulphate (SO4) | Max 0.001% |
| Sulphite (as SO3) | Max 0.001% |
| Copper (Cu) | Max 0.0005% |
| Iron (Fe) | Max 0.0003% |
| Lead (Pb) | Max 0.0005% |
| Non volatile matter | Max 0.002% |
Safety Information and Hazard Symbols
Symbol: GHS02, GHS05
Signal Word: Danger
UN No.: 1779
IMCO Class No.: 8,3
Packing Group: II
Hazardous Statement: H226-H314
Precaution Statement: P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310