Our organization is successfully engrossed in offering superior quality Formaldehyde 37%. It is sourced from certified and recognized vendors of the industry, who process this chemical using pure and qualitative chemical compounds at par with the set industry guidelines. It is very useful as a disinfectant as it wipe off most of the bacteria and fungi. In addition, this Formaldehyde 37% CAS No. 50-00-0is used in photography in low concentration and is also recommended as embalming agent and tissue fixative.
Features:
Excellent solubility
Accurate composition
Free from impurities
Safe to use
Technical Specifications
General Information: | |
CAS Number | 50 - 00 - 0 |
EINECS Number | 200 - 001 - 8 |
Chemical Name | Formaldehyde. |
Chemical Classification | Aldehyde. |
Synonyms | Formalin; formic aldehyde; formal; methyl aldehyde; methylene glycol; methylene oxide; methanal; morbicid; oxamethane; oxymethylene; paraform; polyoxymethylene glycol; superlysoform. |
Formula | HCHO |
Molecular weight | 30.03 |
Shipping Name | Formaldehyde solution. |
Codes / Label | Flammable liquid, Class - 3.1 |
Hazardous Waste ID No. | 5 |
Hazchem Code | 2 SE / 2 T |
UN Number | 1198 |
Description | Colorless liquid with characteristic pungent odor. |
Product uses | In the manufacture of phenolic resins:- amino (MF/UF/MUF) resins, artificial silk and cellulose esters, dyes, organic chemicals, glass mirrors, explosives; disinfectant for dwellings, ship, storage houses, utensils, clothes etc., as a germicide & fungicide for plants & vegetables, improving fastness of dyes on fabrics, tanning & preserving hides;, mordanting & water proofing fabrics; preserving & coagulating rubber latex; in embalming fluids. |
Product Specifications: | |
Specifications | Limits FD-37 FD-43 |
Formaldehyde, % w/w, min. | 37.0 43.0 |
Methanol, % w/w, max. | < 1 * 4 - 6* |
Acidity (as HCOOH), % w/w max. | 0.05 0.05 |
Iron, ppm max. | 2 ** 2** |
pH | 2.5 - 3.0 2.4 - 2.8 |
* Methanol content may vary as per specific customer requirement. Specific gravity will also vary accordingly. | |
Packaging | In SS tankers, ISO-containers and in HDPE drums / carboys. |
This information is based on our present state of knowledge and is intended to provide general notes on our products and their uses. It should therefore, not be construed as guaranteeing specific properties of the products described or their suitability for a particular application. Any existing industrial property rights must be observed. The quality of our product is guaranteed under our General Conditions of Sale.
IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING:
Product details:
Product Identifier | FORMALDEHYDE, 37% SOLUTION IN WATER |
Synonyms | Formalin. |
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against | Industrial. For professional use only. |
Details of the supplier of the safety sheet |
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HAZARD IDENTIFICATION:
Classification of the substance or mixture:
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP/GHS]
Hazard Categories |
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Health hazard | Acute toxicity, Oral : Category 3 , H301 Acute toxicity, Inhalation : Category 3 , H331 Acute toxicity, Dermal : Category 3,H311 Skin sensitization : Category 1,H317 Germ cell mutagenicity : Category 2 , H341 Carcinogenicity: Category 1B, H350 |
COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS:
Description | CAS No. | EINECS Number |
Formaldehyde | 50-00-0 | 200-001-8 |
Methanol | 67-56-1 | 200-659-6 |
Water | 7732-18-5 |
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FIRST-AID MEASURES:
Inhalation | Remove victim to fresh air, restore breathing, get medical attention. |
Skin contact | Remove contaminated clothing, flush with plenty of water atleast for 15 minutes. |
Eye contact | Immediately flush opened eye with plenty of running water for atleast 15 minutes. |
Swallowing | DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek urgent medical assistance. |
FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES:
Suitable extinguishing agents | CO2 , Dry chemical powder, water spray and alcohol foam. |
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
Person-related safety precautions | Proper protective equipment and self contained breathing apparatus with full face piece operated in positive pressure mode. |
Measures for cleaning/collecting | Shut off sources of ignition, Avoid flares smoking or flames in area. Stop leakage if possible. Use water spray to reduce vapour. Take up with sand or other non combustible absorbent and place into container for disposal according to item 13. |
HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Handling |
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Information for safe handling | Avoid breathing vapours, avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Decontaminate soiled clothing thoroughly before use. |
Information about fire and explosion protection | Flammable liquid. Closed containers exposed to heat may explode. |
Storage |
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Requirements to be met by store rooms and receptacles | Store in tightly closed containers in a dry, cool, well ventilated, flammable liquid storage area. |
EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PROTECTION:
50-00-0 Formaldehyde | |
OES | Short term value *3 mg/m3 |
* total inhalable vapour, ** permissible exposure | |
Personal protective equipment | Self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. |
Respiratory protection | Self contained breathing apparatus. |
Protection of hands | Gloves of natural rubber. |
Eye protection | Safety glasses Wear face shield. |
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
General information: |
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Form | Liquid. |
Colour | Colourless. |
Odour | Pungent odour. |
Change in condition |
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Melting point | -- |
Boiling Point / Boiling range | 96oC |
Flash point: (CC) * | 85oC |
Flammable limits | Upper 73.0%, Lower 7.0% |
Auto ignition temperature | 423oC |
Specific gravity, at 25 oC | 1.108 |
Vapour density (Air = 1) | 1.0 |
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg) at 20 oC | 1.3 |
Solubility/Miscibility with water at 20 oC | Complete. |
* Flash point varies with the concentration of Methanol.
STABILITY & REACTIVITY:
This product is stable, strong reducing agent, especially in alkaline solution. Keep away from strong bases and acids, oxidizing agents, aniline, phenol, isocyanates , anhydride. Combustible light and air sensitive, polymerizes spontaneously. | |
Dangerous reactions | With bases / acids and oxidizing agents. |
Dangerous decomposition products | CO, CO2 & vapours of formaldehyde. |
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Acute toxicity: |
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LD/LC50 values relevant for classification: | Oral/LD 50 : 100 mg/Kg (rat) |
Primary irritant effect: |
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On the skin | Irritating effect (severe). |
On the eye | Irritating effect (severe). |
Sensitization | Prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. |
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Environmental toxicity | The product is expected to be slightly toxic to aquatic life. The LC 50/96 hrs values for fish are between 10 and 100 mg/l. |
Environmental fate | When released into the soil, material is expected to reach into ground water. When released into water, the material is expected to readily bio-degrade and is not expected to bio-accumulate. When released into air, the material is expected to readily degrade by photolysis, readily removed from atmosphere by dry and deposition. Half life of the material is less than one day, when released into air. |
DISPOSAL CONDITIONS:
Whatever cannot be recycled, should be absorbed in sand or other non-combustible absorbent, containerized and transferred to appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Dispose waste, containers and unused contents in accordance with official regulations.
TRANSIT INFORMATION:
Shipping name | Formaldehyde Solution. |
UN number | 1198 Class: 3, 3.3, 8 |
ADG Classification, Sub risk | Class3, 8 |
Packing Group | III Label: Flammable liquid. |