Detail
1. Product Profile:
Product name: Formaldehyde Solution
Composition: Typically, formalin contains: 37-40% formaldehyde by weight. Methanol (up to 10-15%) is often added as a stabilizer to prevent polymerization. Water as the primary solvent.
2. Properties:
Chemical Formula: CH₂O (formaldehyde is the simplest aldehyde).
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid.
Odor: Pungent and irritating.
Boiling Point: ~96°C (for a typical solution).
Solubility: Fully miscible in water and many organic solvents.
pH: Typically acidic (depends on the formulation).
3. Factory Name: LIAOCHENG LUXI FORMICACID CHEMICAL CO., LTD.
4. Application Fields:
Preservation and Disinfection: Used to preserve biological specimens and tissue samples in pathology and anatomy. Effective antimicrobial and disinfectant for sterilization purposes.
Chemical Manufacturing: Intermediate in producing resins (e.g., urea-formaldehyde, phenol-formaldehyde) and plastics. Used in manufacturing adhesives, coatings, and textiles.
Medical Applications: Preservative in vaccines.Disinfectant for medical equipment.
Laboratory Reagent: Fixative in histology and cytology for tissue sample preparation. Used in the synthesis of various organic compounds.
5. Safety and Handling:
Toxicity: Formaldehyde is toxic and classified as a probable human carcinogen by IARC. Exposure can occur via inhalation, skin contact, or ingestion. Symptoms of exposure include irritation to the eyes, throat, and respiratory tract.
Precautions: Use in well-ventilated areas or under fume hoods. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, goggles, and masks. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from heat or flame.
Spill and Disposal: Contain spills using absorbent materials. Dispose of waste according to local environmental regulations.