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Formic acid 99-100% a.r.

CAS 64-18-6
EC 200-579-1

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Formic acid 99-100% a.r.
Product Form
Substance
Product Code
CL00.1305
Chemical Name
Formic acid 99-100% a.r.
Synonyms
aminic acid / amnic acid / carboxylic acid C1 / E 236 / formic acid / formira / formisoton / formylic acid / hydrogen carboxylic acid / methanoic acid / methanoic acid monomer / myrmicyl

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
64-18-6 Check regulations →
EC Number
200-579-1 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119491174-37-0003

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemical

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Chem-Lab nv logo

Chem-Lab nv

national supplier

Industriezone 'De arend 2' Zedelgem Belgium

https://www.chem-lab.be/

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+32 50 28 83 20

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Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 3 H226
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H331
Skin corrosion/irritation Cat. 1A H314
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

Hazard Statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.
H331 Toxic if inhaled.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. No smoking.
P234 Keep only in original packaging.
P260 Do not breathe dusts or mists.
P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection.
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P309+P311 IF exposed or if you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Formic acid 99-100% a.r. EC: 200-579-1 64-18-6 --- Yes
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First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove the victim into fresh air. Doctor: administration of corticoid spray. Immediately consult a doctor/medical service.

Symptoms: Dry/sore throat. Coughing. Nausea. Respiratory difficulties. FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS MAY APPEAR LATER: Affection of the nasal septum. Risk of lung oedema. Respiratory collapse.

Skin contact

Do not apply (chemical) neutralizing agents without medical advice. Remove clothing while washing. Do not remove clothing if it sticks to the skin. Cover wounds with sterile bandage. Consult a doctor/medical service. If burned surface > 10%: take victim to hospital.

Symptoms: Caustic burns/corrosion of the skin.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Do not apply (chemical) neutralizing agents without medical advice.

Symptoms: Corrosion of the eye tissue.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth with water. Immediately after ingestion: give lots of water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. Do not apply (chemical) neutralizing agents without medical advice. Immediately consult a doctor/medical service. Call Poison Information Centre (www.big.be/antigif.html). Ingestion of large quantities: immediately to hospital. Take the container/vomit to the doctor/hospital.

Symptoms: Nausea. Abdominal pain. Risk of aspiration pneumonia. Change in the haemogramme/blood composition. Burns to the gastric/intestinal mucosa. Possible esophageal perforation. Blood in vomit. Bleeding of the gastrointestinal tract. Blood in stool. Shock. Low arterial pressure. Disturbances of consciousness. Decreased renal function.

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediately consult a doctor/medical service (for inhalation, eye, and ingestion). If burned surface > 10%: take victim to hospital (for skin contact). Ingestion of large quantities: immediately to hospital.

Medical Treatment

Administration of corticoid spray (for inhalation).

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Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

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Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

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Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Gloves

Eyes

Protective goggles (EN 166)

Respiratory

Full face mask with filter type A at conc. in air > exposure limit. High vapour/gas concentration: self-contained breathing apparatus (EN 136 + EN 137)

Skin/Body

Head/neck protection. Corrosion-proof clothing (EN 14605). Materials for protective clothing: Excellent resistance: neoprene (chloroprene rubber). Butyl rubber. Good resistance: Natural rubber. Nitrile rubber. Polyurethane. Polyvinylchloride (PVC). Styrene-butadiene rubber. Less resistance: Chlorinated polyethylene. Viton. neoprene/SBR. Nitrile rubber/PVC. Poor resistance: Polyethylene

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Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Liquid.
Colour
Colourless.
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
Irritating/pungent odour.
Odor Threshold
Not available
Ph
2.2 10 g/l H2O sol.
Melting Point
-8 C
Boiling Point
101 C
Flash Point
49.5 C
Freezing Point
Not available
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
2.1
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
42.71 hPa (20 C, OECD 104: Vapour Pressure)
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
1.22 (20 C, OECD 109: Density of Liquids and Solids)
Bulk Density
---
Density
1.22 g/ml
Flammability
Not available
Upper Explosive Limit
38 vol %
Lower Explosive Limit
18 vol %
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
520 C
Decomposition Temperature
350 C (OECD 113: Screening Test for Thermal Stability and Stability in Air)
Solubility
Miscible with water. Soluble in ethanol. Soluble in ether. Soluble in acetone. Soluble in acetic acid. Soluble in gasoline. Soluble in glycerol. Soluble in toluene. Soluble in xylene.
Partition Coefficient
-2.3 -1.9 (Experimental value, EU Method A.8: Partition Coefficient, 23 C)
Solubility In Water
miscible
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
46.03 g/mol
Voc Content
100 %
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
1.8 mPa.s (20 C, OECD 114: Viscosity of Liquids)
Kinematic Viscosity
1.47 mm/s (20 C, OECD 114: Viscosity of Liquids)
Properties Status
---
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Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

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Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

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Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

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Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN 1779
Shipping Name
formic acid
Transport Class
8 (3)
Packing Group
II
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Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Formic acid 99-100% a.r. known by?

Formic acid 99-100% a.r. is also known as: aminic acid / amnic acid / carboxylic acid C1 / E 236 / formic acid / formira / formisoton / formylic acid / hydrogen carboxylic acid / methanoic acid / methanoic acid monomer / myrmicyl

What is the hazard signal word for Formic acid 99-100% a.r.?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Formic acid 99-100% a.r.?

Formic acid 99-100% a.r. is a liquid appearing as liquid. with colourless. color. It has irritating/pungent odour. odor.

What is the solubility of Formic acid 99-100% a.r.?

Miscible with water. Soluble in ethanol. Soluble in ether. Soluble in acetone. Soluble in acetic acid. Soluble in gasoline. Soluble in glycerol. Soluble in toluene. Soluble in xylene.

What is Formic acid 99-100% a.r. used for?

Laboratory chemical

What are the hazard statements for Formic acid 99-100% a.r.?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.
  • H331: Toxic if inhaled.

What is the melting point of Formic acid 99-100% a.r.?

The melting point is -8 C and the boiling point is 101 C.

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