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Formic Acid 80% / Methanoic Acid - CAS No. 64-18-6

REF : FORMIC ACID 80% 24KG-ADR

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Formic acid in solution at 80% (CAS 64-18-6)

 

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Formic acid - methanoic acid

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Product Summary

Formic acid, also called methanoic acid or hydroxycarboxylic acid, is a natural acid with the formula H-COOH. It is notably secreted by ants and bees. It appears as a liquid with a pungent odor. Chemistry researchers have shown that it is possible to decompose formic acid into hydrogen and carbon dioxide. In the future, methanoic acid could become a hydrogen storage solution.

We sell this product at a concentration of 80%, in 24kg containers for professional use.

MAIN FUNCTIONS

Used as an intermediate in textile production. Wood brightening product. In beekeeping, used against varroa, a parasite that affects hives*.

INDUSTRIAL USE

  • Textile industries: leather tanning, fur production, acidulant for dyeing natural and synthetic fibers
  • Food industries: preservative agent for food (additive E236)
  • Intermediate used in dyes, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and rubber chemicals
  • Industrial cleaning: paint stripping

PROFESSIONAL USE

  • Silvering mirrors
  • Silversmithing: electroplating
  • Beekeeping: control of a bee parasite

OTHER COMMON USES

  • Wart treatment
  • Cleaning product for toilets

USAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

May be corrosive to the respiratory tract, and may cause skin burns and serious eye damage. Use personal protective equipment when handling this product. Rinse with water in case of exposure.

*Warning: The use of formic acid in beekeeping against varroa requires a marketing authorization (MA) to be used. The formic acid presented on this page does not have an MA for varroa treatment and ARCANE INDUSTRIES disclaims any liability in case of misuse.

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Characteristics

Couleur aspect
colorless to yellow liquid
Densite
1.2
Grade
Technical
N cas
64-18-6
Odeur
pungent
Ph
2.2 to 1%
Point de fusion
-30°C
Point eclair
62°C
Teneur massique minimum
80%