Paraformaldehyde is produced to comply with established chemical quality standards, as evidenced by its molecular formula of CH2O and 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 a danger signal word. Specifically, it poses risks such as acute oral toxicity, skin corrosion/irritation, extreme flammability, and combustibility.

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