Formic Acid

Product details

Trade name: Formic acid < 90%
Application of the substance / the preparation
Intermediate for organic synthesis
Textile auxiliary
Coagulating agent
Special cleaning agent

Specifications

Specifications 85% TECHNICAL GRADE

MSDS according 91/155 EEC (2001/58 EC)

MSDS EN SDB DE

Product inquiry / Your message

more information

possible hazards

Hazard description:
Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment:
R 34 Causes burns.

Classification system for Formic Acid:
The classification was made according to the latest editions of the EU-lists, and expanded using company data and specialized literature.

Composition / information on ingredients

Chemical characterization for Formic Acid:
CAS No. Description:
64-18-6 formic acid

Identification number(s):
EU Number: 607-001-01-8

Physical and Chemical Properties

General Information for Formic Acid
Form:	Fluid
Colour:	Colourless
Odour:	Pungent
Change in condition:
Melting point/Melting range:	-9°C
Boiling point/Boiling range:	107°C
Flash point:	71°C
Ignition temperature:	520°C
Danger of explosion:	Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air/vapour mixtures are possible.
Explosion limits:
Lower:	14 Vol %
Upper:	33 Vol %
Vapour pressure at 20°C:	43 hPa
Density at 20°C:	1.19 g/cm³
Solubility in / Miscibility with
Water:	Fully miscible

Transport information

Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border)
ADR/RID class: 8 (C3) Corrosive substances.
Danger code (Kemler): 80
UN-Number: 1779
Packaging group: II
Label: 8+3
Description of goods: 1779 FORMIC ACID
Remarks: Limited Quantity: 1 l per inner packaging; 30 kg gross per packaging unit
Formic acid with more than 5% , but not more than 85 % acid by mass is assigned to UN 3412.

Maritime transport IMDG:
IMDG Class: 8
UN Number: 1779
Label: 8+3
Packaging group: II
EMS Number: F-E,S-C
Marine pollutant: No
Proper shipping name: FORMIC ACID

Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class: 8
UN/ID Number: 1779
Label: 8+3
Packaging group: II
Proper shipping name: FORMIC ACID
Remarks: Packing Instructions:
For Limited Quantities: Y808 (Max Net Qty/Pkg: 0,5 l)
Passenger and Cargo Aircraft: 808 (Max Net Qty/Pkg: 1 l)
Cargo Aircraft only: 812(Max Net Qty/Pkg: 30 l)

Regulatory information

Markings according to EC guidelines:
The product has been classified and marked in accordance with EU Directives / Ordinance on Hazardous Materials

Risk phrases:
34 Causes burns.

Safety phrases:
23 Do not breathe vapour/aerosol.
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately
(show the label where possible).

National regulations
Information about limitation of use: Restrictions on juvenile employment must be observed.

Back

Your Contact

PENPET-Team - Hamburg

Mr. Christoph Meister
Sales
Tel. +49 (0) 40 - 67579930
liquids@penpet.de

I look forward to seeing you!