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Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP

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Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP chemical structure
CAS number50-00-0
FormulaCH2O
Molar mass30.03 g/mol
Physical formSolution
HS code29121100
InChIKeyWSFSSNUMVMOOMR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC nameformaldehyde

About Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP

Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP sits in our molecular Biology, Nucleotides & Purification Reagents section and ships worldwide from stock or short lead time. For your records (BP/USP/EP), the material is defined by CAS 50-00-0, formula CH2O and molar mass 30.03 g/mol. It is handled as a solution.

Use cases we see most often

  • Electrophoresis
  • DNA/RNA workflows
  • Protein analysis

Storage and safety notes

It carries the GHS signal word Danger (H302, H314, H317 and H330), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Order it in 100 mL, 500 mL and 2.5 L packs or ask for a bulk quotation. Every shipment includes a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Add it to your quote list and our team replies with price, lead time and shipping options within one business day.

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP
Product nameFormaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP
Catalogue numberZX-037958
CAS number50-00-0
IUPAC nameformaldehyde
Molecular formulaCH2O
Molar mass30.03 g/mol
Exact mass30.0106
GradeBP/USP/EP
Physical formSolution
XLogP31.2
H-bond donors / acceptors0 / 1
Topological polar surface area17.1 Ų
HS code29121100
InChIKeyWSFSSNUMVMOOMR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESC=O
PubChem CID712
Synonymsformalin, methanal, formol, Formic aldehyde, Methylene oxide, Oxomethane, Oxymethylene, Methyl aldehyde, Oxomethylene, Formaline, Aldehyde formique, Formaldehyde, gas

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS05 Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS06 Acute toxicity
Acute toxicity
GHS08 Health hazard
Health hazard

Signal word Danger

  • H302Harmful if swallowed
  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H330Fatal if inhaled
  • H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
  • H350May cause cancer

Precautionary statements P203, P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P272, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P318, P320, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P363, P403 + P233

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP
100 mLQuoted on request
500 mLQuoted on request
2.5 LQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP

Which CAS number identifies Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP?
Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP is registered under CAS 50-00-0. You may also see it listed as formalin, methanal, formol. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-037958.
What are the formula and molar mass of Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP?
For Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP, its formula is CH2O and its molar mass is 30.03 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is formaldehyde. InChIKey WSFSSNUMVMOOMR-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP?
This listing is BP/USP/EP grade. Standard packs are 100 mL, 500 mL, 2.5 L. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP to my country?
Yes. Because Formaldehyde solution, BP/USP/EP is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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