Formaldehyde Solution is a well-characterized compound with the molecular formula CH2O and a molecular weight of 30.026. It has a Boiling Point of -21.1 °C and a Melting Point of -92.2 °C. The compound carries the hazard signal word Danger due to its toxic, corrosive, and flammable nature. This compound is primarily used in fixation processes, such as histology.

• CAS Number: 50-00-0
• Vapour Density: 1.04
• Exact Mass: 30.010564683
• Molecular Formula: CH2O
• Molecular Weight: 30.026
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Boiling Point: -21.1 °C
• Melting Point: -92.2 °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]