Description

Formaldehyde is a fundamental organic compound, widely recognized as the simplest aldehyde, and is a critical building block in industrial chemistry. Its high reactivity makes it an indispensable precursor for synthesizing a vast array of resins, plastics, and other chemical intermediates. This product is essential for manufacturers in the resin, plastics, textile, and disinfectant industries, where it serves as a key raw material for products like urea-formaldehyde and phenol-formaldehyde resins, as well as various biocides.

Application

• Resin Production: Primary raw material for manufacturing urea-formaldehyde (UF) and phenol-formaldehyde (PF) resins used in plywood, particleboard, and laminates.
• Chemical Synthesis: Key intermediate in the production of pentaerythritol, hexamethylenetetramine, and various other specialty chemicals.
• Disinfectants & Biocides: Used in the formulation of aqueous solutions (formalin) for disinfection, sterilization, and preservation in agricultural and industrial settings.
• Textile Treatment: Employed in processes to impart crease-resistance and dimensional stability to fabrics.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used as a fixative for biological specimens and in various analytical procedures.
• Adhesives & Binders: A core component in adhesives for wood products, foundry sand binders, and insulation materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Formaldehyde
CAS No.	8013-13-6
Molecular Formula	CH2O
Molecular Weight	30.03 g/mol
Synonyms	Formalin; Methanal; Formic Aldehyde; Methyl Aldehyde; Oxomethane; Oxymethylene; Formaldehyde Solution; Methylene Oxide; Carbonyl Hydride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Formaldehyde is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, acidity, and methanol content. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of industrial applications, ensuring the material performs as specified in your processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids, strong oxidizers, and bases. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, containers should be kept tightly sealed and under an inert atmosphere when specified for optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as CH2O)	≥ 37.0 %
Methanol Content	≤ 12.0 %
Acidity (as Formic Acid)	≤ 0.05 %
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.080 - 1.120

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.