Cat# 47083-U is a saturated solution of formaldehyde, water, and typically another agent, most commonly methanol. In its typical form, formalin is 37% formaldehyde by weight, 6-13% methanol, and the remainder water.
47083-U
Formaldehyde solution
stabilized with methanol, ~37 wt. % in H2O, certified reference material
Synonym(s):
Formalin
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grade
certified reference material
Quality Level
vapor density
1.03 (vs air)
vapor pressure
52 mmHg ( 37 °C)
CofA
current certificate can be downloaded
autoignition temp.
572 °F
contains
~37% water in methanol as stabilizer
packaging
pkg of 1 mL
concentration
~37 wt. % in H2O
technique(s)
HPLC: suitable
gas chromatography (GC): suitable
density
1.09 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
suitability
suitable for manufacturing use (Laboratory chemicals)
application(s)
cleaning products
cosmetics
environmental
food and beverages
personal care
format
single component solution
storage temp.
2-30°C
SMILES string
[H]C([H])=O
InChI
1S/CH2O/c1-2/h1H2
InChI key
WSFSSNUMVMOOMR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
Hazard Classifications
Acute Tox. 2 Inhalation - Acute Tox. 3 Dermal - Acute Tox. 3 Oral - Carc. 1B - Eye Dam. 1 - Flam. Liq. 3 - Muta. 2 - Skin Corr. 1B - Skin Sens. 1 - STOT SE 1 - STOT SE 3
Target Organs
Eyes,Central nervous system, Respiratory system
Storage Class Code
3 - Flammable liquids
WGK
WGK 3
Flash Point(F)
133.0 °F
Flash Point(C)
56.11 °C
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Separation of Formaldehyde solution
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suitable for GC, application for air monitoring-
Are there any other compounds in Product No. 47083-U, Formaldehyde 37% Wt in Water, except formaldehyde and water?
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What is the Department of Transportation shipping information for this product?
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Transportation information can be found in Section 14 of the product's (M)SDS.To access the shipping information for this material, use the link on the product detail page for the product.
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Why does Product No. 47083-U, Formaldehyde 37% Wt in Water, contain methanol?
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A small percentage of methanol is added to limit the extent of polymerization of the formaldehyde.
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What is the difference between formalin and formaldehyde?
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Formaldehyde is a gas that is readily soluble in water. Formalin is the common name for a solution made of 37% formaldehyde, 6-13% methanol, and water. The terms are not interchangeable.
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