Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Formaldehyde solution
- Product Code
- F1635
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- N/A
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Sigma-Aldrich Inc.
manufacturer
3050 SPRUCE ST, ST. LOUIS MO 63103, UNITED STATES
+1 314 771-5765
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC
800-424-9300
24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week
CHEMTREC
+1-703-527-3887
24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS02
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
fresh air. Immediately call in physician. If breathing stops: immediately apply artificial respiration, if necessary also oxygen.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Call a physician immediately.
rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.
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. Call a physician immediately. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Call a doctor immediately (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.
Combustible. Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Forms explosive mixtures with air at elevated temperatures. 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. Risk of explosion.
Take up carefully with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®). Clean up affected area.
Materials: liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®)
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Similar products with comparable safety profiles
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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.
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorized persons.
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
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it. Full contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,4 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: Camatril® (KCL 730 / Aldrich Z677442, Size M). Splash contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,2 mm, Break through time: 60 min, Material tested: Dermatril® P (KCL 743 / Aldrich Z677388, Size M). data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374. If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the EC approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Tightly fitting safety goggles
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. Recommended Filter type: Filter type 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.
Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.
Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.
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 - <15 %)
Vapor/air-mixtures are explosive at intense warming.
No data available
Heating.
Strong bases, Acids, Oxidizing agents, Alkali metals, Strong oxidizing agents, Amines, Strong acids, Acid chlorides, Acid anhydrides, Reducing agents, Peroxides, Isocyanates, Phenol, Aniline
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 contains no components considered to be either persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (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 at levels of 0.1% or higher.
12.7 Other adverse effects
12.1 Toxicity
12.7 Other adverse effects
12.1 Toxicity
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
See www.retrologistik.com for processes regarding the return of chemicals and containers, or contact us there if you have further questions.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 1198
- Shipping Name
- FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION, FLAMMABLE
- Transport Class
- 3 (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.
Observe work restrictions regarding maternity protection in accordance to Dir 92/85/EEC or stricter national regulations where applicable. Take note of Dir 94/33/EC on the protection of young people at work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Formaldehyde solution?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Formaldehyde solution?
Formaldehyde solution is a clear, liquid with colorless color. It has pungent odor.
What is Formaldehyde solution used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
What are the hazard statements for Formaldehyde solution?
This substance has 9 hazard statements:
- H226: Flammable liquid and vapor.
- 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).