Product Overview
Formaldehyde 37%, Reagent ACS
Molecular Formula: CH2O
CAS Number: 50-00-0
Formaldehyde, Solution, Reagent, ACS is also known as methanal and is the simplest aldehyde. It is used in industrial application for the production of different types of formaldehyde-based resins, a tissue fixative and as a fixative in microscopy and histology. As an ACS grade Reagent, ScienceLab formaldehyde solution is used as the quality standard against which other substances are grade and has met the toughest regulatory standards for quality and pureness.
Synonyms: Formalin
| TEST | MIN | MAX |
|---|---|---|
| ASSAY | 36.5 % | 38.0 % |
| PRESERVATIVE (CH3OH), w/w | 9 % | 15 % |
| COLOR (APHA) | 10 | |
| RESIDUE ON IGNITION | 0.005 % | |
| TITRABLE ACID | 0.006meq/g | |
| CHLORIDE (Cl) | 5 ppm | |
| SULFATE (SO4) | 0.002 % | |
| HEAVY METALS (as Pb) | 5 ppm | |
| IRON (Fe) | 5 ppm |
Shipping Information
DOT: UN1198, Formaldehyde, solution, flammable, 3 (8), PG III
Largest individual container shippable via:
UPS/FedEx Ground: 20 L UPS Air: 1 L FedEx Air: 20 L
Additional UPS-imposed hazardous material charge.
Tariff No. 2912110000
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