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CAS 64-18-6

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Formic acid

Description:
Formic acid, with the CAS number 64-18-6, is the simplest carboxylic acid, characterized by its molecular formula HCOOH. It is a colorless, pungent liquid that is highly soluble in water, alcohol, and ether. Formic acid has a boiling point of approximately 100 degrees Celsius and a melting point around 8 degrees Celsius. It is known for its strong acidic properties, with a pKa value of about 3.75, making it a weak acid. Formic acid is naturally found in the venom of ants and in some plants, and it is used in various industrial applications, including as a preservative, antibacterial agent, and in leather production. Additionally, it serves as a reducing agent in chemical reactions and is utilized in the synthesis of various chemicals. Due to its corrosive nature, formic acid must be handled with care, as it can cause burns upon contact with skin and is harmful if inhaled or ingested. Its environmental impact is also a consideration, as it can contribute to acidification in aquatic systems.
Formula:CH2O2
InChI:InChI=1S/CH2O2/c2-1-3/h1H,(H,2,3)
InChI key:InChIKey=BDAGIHXWWSANSR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(O)=O
Synonyms:
  • Acide formique
  • Acide méthanoïque
  • Acido formico
  • Acido metanoico
  • Add-F
  • Add-F (silage additive)
  • Amasil
  • Amasil 85
  • Ameisensaeure
  • Ameisensaeure Ueber 10 Bis 30%
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    BePure
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    Formic acid in Water

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    Water

    Ref: BE-BePure-23081YW-1000

    1ml
    101.00€
  • Formic Acid, 85%
    TRC
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    Formic Acid, 85%

    Controlled Product
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    Applications Formic Acid is used as a potential energy source in the preparation of fuel cells. Also used in chemical synthesis of various anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial agents.
    Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
    References Yu, X. et al.: J. Power Source., 182, 124 (2008); Bekhit, A. et al.: Bioorg. Med. Chem., 12, 1935 (2004);

    Formula:CH2O2
    Purity:85%
    Color and Shape:Neat
    Molecular weight:46.03

    Ref: TR-F692900

    5g
    97.00€
    10g
    161.00€
  • Formic Acid Reagent Grade, 98%
    Sisco Research Laboratories
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    Formic Acid Reagent Grade, 98%

    CAS:
    Formula:CH2O2
    Purity:min. 98%
    Color and Shape:Clear, Colourless, Volatile Liquid
    Molecular weight:46.03

    Ref: SR-62673

    500ml
    Discontinued
    Discontinued product
  • Formic Acid for HPLC, 98%
    Sisco Research Laboratories
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    Formic Acid for HPLC, 98%

    CAS:
    Formula:CH2O2
    Purity:min. 98%
    Color and Shape:Clear, Colourless, Liquid with pungent odour, max. 15
    Molecular weight:46.03

    Ref: SR-59894

    500ml
    Discontinued
    Discontinued product