Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Formaldehyde solution min. 37% free from acid
- Product Code
- 1.03999, 103999
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- N/A
Identified Uses
In vitro diagnostic reagent, Reagent for analysis
Uses advised against
This product is not intended for consumer use.
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Merck KGaA
manufacturer
Frankfurter Str. 250, D-64271 DARMSTADT
+49 (0)6151 72-0
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC (GB)
+(44)-870-8200418
CHEMTREC Ireland
+(353)-19014670
CHEMTREC India
001-803-017-9114
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
GHS06
GHS08
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
After inhalation: fresh air. Immediately call in physician. If breathing stops: immediately apply artificial respiration, if necessary also oxygen.
In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Call a physician immediately.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.
After swallowing: fresh air. Make victim drink ethanol (e.g. 1 drinking glass of a 40% alcoholic beverage). Call a doctor immediately (mention methanol ingestion). Only in exceptional cases, if no medical care is available within one hour, induce vomiting (only in fully conscious persons) and make victim drink ethanol again (approx. 0.3 ml of a 40% alcoholic beverage/kg body weight/hour). Do not attempt to neutralise.
Immediate Medical Attention
Immediately call in physician or ophthalmologist.
Medical Treatment
Mention methanol ingestion.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
Mixture with combustible ingredients. Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Forms explosive mixtures with air on intense heating. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Firefighter Protection
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Do not breathe vapors, aerosols. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Do not let product enter drains.
Take up carefully with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®). Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.
Materials: liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®)
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture. Avoid generation of vapours/aerosols.
Protected from light. Tightly closed. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorized persons. Recommended storage temperature see product label.
Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.
Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Full contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,40 mm, Break through time: > 480 min, Material tested: Camatril® (KCL 730 / Aldrich Z677442, Size M). Splash contact: Material: Chloroprene, Minimum layer thickness: 0,65 mm, Break through time: > 240 min, Material tested: KCL 720 Camapren®. This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN374 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Tightly fitting safety goggles
Recommended Filter type: filter ABEK. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented. Required when vapours/aerosols are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system.
protective clothing
Do not let product enter drains.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature). Contains the following stabilizer(s): - Methanol (10 %) - calcium carbonate ( %)
Reducing agents tends to polymerise. Vapor/air-mixtures are explosive at intense warming. Forms explosive mixtures with air on intense heating. A range from approx. 15 Kelvin below the flash point is to be rated as critical.
Risk of explosion with: Oxidizing agents, perchloric acid, perchlorates, salts of oxyhalogenic acids, chromium(VI) oxide, halogen oxides, nitrogen oxides, nonmetallic oxides, chromosulfuric acid, chlorates, hydrides, zinc diethyl, Halogens, powdered magnesium, hydrogen peroxide, Nitric acid, Sulphuric acid, permanganic acid. Violent reactions possible with: sodium hypochlorite, nitrogen oxides, hydrogen peroxide, Oxidizing agents, performic acid, phenol, Acids, Alkali metals, Bases, Halogens. Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or vapours with: Fluorine, Oxides of phosphorus, Raney-nickel. Generates dangerous gases or fumes in contact with: Alkaline earth metals, Alkali metals. Exothermic reaction with: acid halides, Acid anhydrides, Reducing agents, Acids, Bromine, Chlorine, Chloroform, Magnesium, tetrachloromethane, TITANIUM TETRACHLORIDE.
Heating. Strong heating.
Oxidizing agents, perchloric acid, perchlorates, salts of oxyhalogenic acids, chromium(VI) oxide, halogen oxides, nitrogen oxides, nonmetallic oxides, chromosulfuric acid, chlorates, hydrides, zinc diethyl, Halogens, powdered magnesium, hydrogen peroxide, Nitric acid, Sulphuric acid, permanganic acid, sodium hypochlorite, performic acid, phenol, Acids, Alkali metals, Bases, Fluorine, Oxides of phosphorus, Raney-nickel, Alkaline earth metals, acid halides, Acid anhydrides, Reducing agents, Bromine, Chlorine, Chloroform, Magnesium, tetrachloromethane, TITANIUM TETRACHLORIDE.
In the event of fire: see section 5
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
12.1 Toxicity
12.2 Persistence and degradability
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
12.4 Mobility in soil
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
The substance/mixture does not contain components classified as PBT or vPvB at levels of 0.1% or higher.
12.6 Endocrine disrupting properties
The substance/mixture does not contain components considered to have endocrine disrupting properties according to REACH Article 57(f) or Commission Delegated regulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605 at levels of 0.1% or higher.
12.7 Other adverse effects
The substance exhibits caustic and disinfectant properties and poses a risk to drinking-water supplies if released in large quantities; discharge into the environment should be avoided.
Toxicity
12.1 Toxicity
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
No data available
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 2209
- Shipping Name
- FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION
- Transport Class
- 8
- Packing Group
- III
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
This material safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Formaldehyde solution min. 37% free from acid?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Formaldehyde solution min. 37% free from acid?
Formaldehyde solution min. 37% free from acid is a liquid with colorless color. It has stinging odor.
What is Formaldehyde solution min. 37% free from acid used for?
In vitro diagnostic reagent, Reagent for analysis
What are the hazard statements for Formaldehyde solution min. 37% free from acid?
This substance has 8 hazard statements:
- H301 + H311: Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H330: Fatal if inhaled.
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
- H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- H350: May cause cancer.
- H370: Causes damage to organs (Eyes, Central nervous system).
What is the melting point of Formaldehyde solution min. 37% free from acid?
The melting point is 93 - 96 °C at 1.013 hPa .