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Formamide, Ultra Pure, 99.5% min
Description
Formamide is used in the synthesis of medicine, animal glue and other organic compound. It is also used as a solvent which ionizes water-insoluble compounds. It is used as a softening agent for paper and fiber. It is widely used in the fields of the spice, dye, plastic as well as textile industries.
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Formamide is used in the synthesis of medicine, animal glue and other organic compound. It is also used as a solvent which ionizes water-insoluble compounds. It is used as a softening agent for paper and fiber. It is widely used in the fields of the spice, dye, plastic as well as textile industries.
Solubility
Soluble in water (20 mg/ml ), methanol, ethanol and acetone. Slightly soluble in ether.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Store at room temperature. Store away from water or moisture.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 2°C |
| Color | Colorless |
| Density | 1.134 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 210°C |
| Quantity | 100 mL |
| Flash Point | 150°C (302°F) |
| Odor | Ammonia-like |
| Physical Form | Liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.4475 |
| Beilstein | 505995 |
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Safety and Handling
- Formamide, Ultra Pure
- Danger
- Carcinogenicity Category 2
- Reproductive toxicity Category 1B
- Specific target organ toxicity after repeated exposure Category 2
- H351-Suspected of causing cancer.
- H360FD-May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
- H373-May cause damage to organs.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Formamide
RUO – Research Use Only
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