Paraformaldehyde is widely used in synthesis and formulation workflows. Its molecular formula is CH2O, with a molecular weight of 30.026. This compound exhibits a Boiling Point of -21.1 °C and a Melting Point of -92.2 °C. Due to its hazardous nature, it carries the signal word "Danger", indicating potential health risks such as skin burns, eye damage, acute toxicity upon ingestion, extreme flammability, and combustibility.

• CAS Number: 30525-89-4
• Vapour Density: 1.04
• Molecular Weight: 30.026
• Exact Mass: 30.010564683
• Melting Point: -92.2 °C
• Molecular Formula: CH2O
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Boiling Point: -21.1 °C
• Hazard Statements:
• H301: 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]