Thermo Scientific Chemicals Paraformaldehyde, 4% w/v aq. soln., methanol free

Description

Solution is micro-filtered and supplied in ampules.

Paraformaldehyde is used as a disinfectant, hardening agent and waterproofing agent. It is also used to prepare adhesives, resins and dentistry as an antiseptic and contraceptive. It is also employed as a thermoplastic. In addition, it is used in the preparation of formalin fixatives for tissues or cells during the samples subjected to florescence studies.

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Paraformaldehyde is used as a disinfectant, hardening agent and waterproofing agent. It is also used to prepare adhesives, resins and dentistry as an antiseptic and contraceptive. It is also employed as a thermoplastic. In addition, it is used in the preparation of formalin fixatives for tissues or cells during the samples subjected to fluorescence studies.

Specifications

• Linear Formula: (CH₂O)_n
• Quantity: 10 x 10 ml
• Beilstein: 102769
• Merck Index: 14,7025
• Solubility Information: Soluble in chlorophenol and many organic solvents. Insoluble in ether and alcohol.
• Concentration or Composition (by Analyte or Components): 4% w/v aq. soln.
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Chemical Name or Material: Paraformaldehyde

Safety and Handling

P201-P202-P261-P264b-P271-P272-P280g-P281-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P308+P313-P310-P333+P313-P362-P501c

H315-H317-H318-H335-H341-H350

EINECSNumber : 200-001-8

RTECSNumber : RV0540000

TSCA : Yes

storageNote1 : Ampouled under argon

Recommended Storage : Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only