Formic Acid
- CAS Number
- 64-18-6
- HSN Code
- 29151100
- Molecular Formula
- CH2O2
- Catalogue Number
- AL2228
- Purity
- 98% min
- Molecular Weight
- 46.03 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Formic acid is the simplest carboxylic acid, containing a single carbon. Occurs naturally in various sources including the venom of bee and ant stings, and is a useful organic synthetic reagent.
Also known as Methanoic acid, Ant formic acid.
- Catalogue No.
- AL2228
- CAS Number
- 64-18-6
- Molecular Formula
- CH2O2
- Molecular Weight
- 46.03 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29151100
- Grade
- AR 98%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 8.3 °C; Boiling point: 101 °C; Flash point: 156 °F (69 °C) (closed cup); 90% soln: 122 °F (50 °C) (closed cup); Density: 1.220 at 20 °C/4 °C; Solubility: Miscible with ether, acetone, ethyl acetate, methanol, ethanol; partially soluble in benzene, toluene, xylenes.
- Appearance
- Colorless fuming liquid
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle with tin cap
- Storage
- Fireproof. Store only in original container. Well closed. Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, strong acids and food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Formic Acid
- Catalogue No.
- AL2228
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 64-18-6
- EC Number
- 200-579-1
- Grade
- AR 98%
- EC Index Number
- 607-001-00-0
- Chemical Formula
- CH2O2
- HSN Code
- 29151100
- Synonyms
- Methanoic acid, Ant formic acid
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Analytical reagent, mobile-phase additive
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Skin Corr. 1A
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 284 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Corrosive
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Corrosive to metals, may cause skin burns.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Formic Acid
- CAS No.
- 64-18-6
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Burning sensation, redness, and pain on contact with skin or eyes.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Vapors may travel long distances to ignition sources and flashback. Vapors in confined areas may explode when exposed to fire.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area. Contain spill and absorb with inert material.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Cautiously neutralize spilled liquid with weak alkaline solution such as disodium carbonate.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a fume hood, wear appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Store only in original container. Well closed. Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, strong acids and food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless
- Odour
- Pungent, penetrating odor
- Odour threshold
- 0.5 ppm
- pH value
- ~2.0
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- <1
- Melting point
- 8.3 °C
- Freezing point
- -8.4 °C
- Boiling point
- 101 °C
- Flash point
- 156 °F (69 °C) (closed cup); 90% soln: 122 °F (50 °C) (closed cup)
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 1004 °F (539 °C); 90% soln: 813 °F (434 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- >200 °C
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable as a solid; flammable liquid.
- Vapour pressure
- 42.59 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 1.59 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 1.220 at 20 °C/4 °C
- Solubility
- Miscible with ether, acetone, ethyl acetate, methanol, ethanol; partially soluble in benzene, toluene, xylenes
- Log Pow
- -0.54
- Viscosity, kinematic
- 1.2 cSt at 20 °C
- Viscosity, dynamic
- 1.5 mPa·s at 20 °C
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Reacts with strong oxidizing agents and bases.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- May deteriorate in normal storage and cause hazard.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- The substance is a medium strong acid. Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and flammable gases and formaldehyde (see ICSC 0275).
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizers, strong bases, and reducing agents.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- The substance decomposes on heating and on contact with strong acids (sulfuric acid) producing carbon monoxide.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Dog oral 4000 mg/kg; LD50 Dog iv 3000 mg/kg; LC50 Mouse inhalation 6200 mgcu m 15 min
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 1779
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 1779
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 1779
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 1779
- UN-No. (RID)
- 1779
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Formic Acid
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Formic Acid
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Formic Acid
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Formic Acid
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Formic Acid
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 8 (3)
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a mobile-phase additive in LC-MS/HPLC analysis and as an analytical-grade acid reagent.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL02301
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 46.03 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | 98% min | 98.5% |
| Density | 1.22 g/mL | 1.22 g/mL |
| pH | ~2.0 | 2.0 |
| Water content | <2% | 1.5% |
| Residue on ignition | <0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related substances | None detected | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with AR 98% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AR 98% | 98% min | m.p. 8.3 °C; b.p. 101 °C | <2% | <0.1% | None detected | Miscible with ether, acetone, ethyl acetate, methanol, ethanol; partially soluble in benzene, toluene, xylenes |
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