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Formic acid (chemical formula HCOOH, molecular formula CH2O2, molecular weight 46.03), commonly known as formic acid, is the simplest carboxylic acid. A colorless, pungent liquid. Weak electrolyte, melting point 8.6 ° C, boiling point 100.8 ° C. It is very acidic and corrosive and can irritate the skin. Present in the secretions of bees, certain ants and caterpillars. It is an organic chemical raw material and is also used as a disinfectant and preservative.
CAS No. 64-18-6
MDL number MFCD00003297
EINECS No. 200-001-8
Chemical formula HCOOH
Density 1.22
Flash point 68.9
Store in a cool, ventilated warehouse. Keep away from fire and heat. The temperature of the reservoir does not exceed 30 ° C, and the relative humidity does not exceed 85%. Keep the container sealed. It should be stored separately from oxidants, alkalis and active metal powders. Avoid mixing. Equipped with the appropriate variety and quantity of fire equipment. The storage area should be equipped with leakage emergency treatment equipment and suitable containment materials.
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Melting point 8.2-8.4 °C (lit.)
Boiling point 101 °C
Density 1.22
Vapor density 1.03 (vs air)
Vapor pressure 52 mm Hg ( 37 °C)
Refractive index n20/D 1.377
FEMA 2487 | FORMIC ACID
Flash point 133 °F
Storage conditions 2-8 ° C
Solubility H2O: soluble1g/10 mL, clear, colorless
Acidity coefficient (pKa) 3.75 (at 20 ° C)
Form Liquid
Specific gravity 1.216 (20 °C / 20 °C)
Color APHA: ≤15
PH value 2.2 (10g/l, H2O, 20°C)
Explosive limit (explosive limit) 12-38% (V)
Water solubility MISCIBLE
Sensitivity Hygroscopic
Maximum wavelength (λmax) λ: 260 nm Amax: 0.03
λ: 280 nm Amax: 0.01
Merck 14,4241
JECFA Number 79
BRN 1209246
Henry's Law Constant At 25 °C: 95.2, 75.1, 39.3, 10.7, and 3.17 at pH values of 1.35, 3.09, 4.05, 4.99, and 6.21, respectively (Hakuta et al., 1977)
Exposure limits TLV-TWA 5 ppm (~9 mg/m3) (ACGIH, MSHA, OSHA, and NIOSH); IDLH 100 ppm (180 mg/m3) (NIOSH).
Stability Stable. Substances to be avoided include strong bases, strong oxidizing agents and powdered metals, furfuryl alcohol. Combustible. Hygroscopic. Pressure may build up in tightly closed bottles, so bottles should be opened carefully and vented periodically.
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CAS Database 64-18-6 (CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemical Information Formic acid(64-18-6)
EPA Chemical Information Formic acid(64-18-6)
Transport storage:
1, sealed and stored.
2, with a lined plastic bag, jacket woven bag or sack packaging. Sodium acetate has deliquescence, and it should be protected from moisture during storage and transportation.
It is strictly prohibited to contact with corrosive gas to prevent exposure to sunlight and rain.
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