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Formic acid, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Product Code. 11400853
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Product Code. 11400853

Brand: Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar A13285.36

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Description

Formic acid is principally used as a preservative antibacterial agent in livestock feed, in dying textiles, tanning leather and electroplating. In the poultry industry, it is sometimes added with feed to kill E. coli bacteria. It acts as a reducing agent for the catalytic reduction of nitrate in water.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Formic acid is principally used as a preservative antibacterial agent in livestock feed, in dying textiles, tanning leather and electroplating. In the poultry industry, it is sometimes added with feed to kill E. coli bacteria. It acts as a reducing agent for the catalytic reduction of nitrate in water.

Solubility
Miscible with water. Partially miscible with toluene, xylene and benzene.

Notes
Hygroscopic. Store closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
TRUSTED_SUSTAINABILITY

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 64-18-6
Molecular Formula CH2O2
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 46.025
MDL Number MFCD00003297
InChI Key BDAGIHXWWSANSR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym methanoic acid, formylic acid, aminic acid, bilorin, hydrogen carboxylic acid, formisoton, myrmicyl, formira, acide formique, collo-bueglattShow MoreShow Less
PubChem CID 284
ChEBI CHEBI:30751
IUPAC Name formic acid
SMILES C(=O)O

Specifications

Melting Point 7°C to 9°C
Boiling Point 100°C to 101°C
Linear Formula HCOOH
UN Number UN1779
Merck Index 144241
Solubility Information Miscible with water. Partially miscible with toluene,xylene and benzene.
Formula Weight 46.03
Percent Purity 97%
Density 1.22
Quantity 500 g
Flash Point 50°C (156°F)
Refractive Index 1.371
Sensitivity Hygroscopic
Chemical Name or Material Formic acid
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Lot Number Certificate Type Date Catalog Number
Lot Number10252662 Certificate TypeCertificate of Analysis Date05/10/2024 Catalog NumberA13285.0E,A13285.0C,A13285.36
Lot NumberW24K035 Certificate TypeCertificate of Analysis Date05/10/2024 Catalog NumberA13285.0E,A13285.0C,A13285.36
Lot Number10249443 Certificate TypeCertificate of Analysis Date30/08/2024 Catalog NumberA13285.0E,A13285.0C,A13285.36
Lot Number10224210 Certificate TypeCertificate of Analysis Date06/07/2023 Catalog NumberA13285.0E,A13285.0C,A13285.36,A13285
Lot Number10230842 Certificate TypeCertificate of Analysis Date06/07/2023 Catalog NumberA13285.0E,A13285.0C,A13285.36,A13285

Safety and Handling

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Product Identifier
  • Formic acid, 97%
 Signal Word
  • Danger
 Hazard Category
  • Acute toxicity Category 3
  • Acute toxicity Category 4
  • Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
  • Flammable liquid Category 3
  • Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 A
 Hazard Statement
  • H226-Flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H302-Harmful if swallowed.
  • H314-Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H331-Toxic if inhaled.
  • EUH071-Corrosive to the respiratory tract.
 Precautionary Statement
  • P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
  • P233-Keep container tightly closed.
  • P240-Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
  • P241-Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment.
  • P242-Use only non-sparking tools.
  • P243-Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
  • P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270-Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271-Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P284-¢In case of inadequate ventilation! wear respiratory protection.
  • P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
  • P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
  • P330-Rinse mouth.
  • P331-Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P363-Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P370+P378-In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
  • P403+P233-Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405-Store locked up.
  • P501b-Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
 Supplemental information
  • MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Formic acid
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