This 10-liter Formaldehyde Solution is classified under concentrated formaldehyde solutions, primarily used for histological and microscopic fixation purposes. The chemical compound, known as Formaldehyde (CAS 50-00-0), falls within the Aldehydes and Organic gases substance groups. With a Molecular Weight of 30.03 g/mol, it requires careful handling due to its toxic and corrosive nature. In the workplace, it is essential to adhere to various precautions such as wearing safety goggles, gloves, and avoiding smoking or eating while working with this solution. The European Union has set binding occupational exposure limits for Formaldehyde, including an 8-hour limit value of 0.37 mg/m3 (0.3 ppm) and a short-term limit value of 0.74 mg/m3 (0.6 ppm). Transitional measures apply to certain sectors until July 20

• CAS Number: 50-00-0
• Molecular Formula: CH2O
• Molecular Weight: 30.026
• Exact Mass: 30.010564683
• Boiling Point: -6 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024)
• Melting Point: -134 °F (NIOSH, 2024)
• Vapour Density: 1.04 (NIOSH, 2024) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H301 (83.1%): Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]
• H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H220: Extremely flammable gas [Danger Flammable gases]
• H227: Combustible liquid [Warning Flammable liquids]