
Formic Acid 85% -25Lt
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Description
1. Identification
- Product Name: Formic Acid 85%
- Synonyms: Methanoic Acid
- Recommended Use: Industrial applications, chemical synthesis
- Restrictions on Use: Not for drug, household, or other uses
2. Hazard(s) Identification
- Classification:
- Acute Toxicity (Oral): Category 4
- Acute Toxicity (Inhalation): Category 4
- Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 1A
- Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation: Category 1
- Label Elements:
- Signal Word: Danger
- Hazard Statements:
- H302: Harmful if swallowed.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H332: Harmful if inhaled.
- Precautionary Statements:
- P201: Obtain special instructions before use.
- P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
- P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
- P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
- P270: Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product.
- P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P312: IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
- P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
- P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P308+P313: IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- P333+P313: If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P362+P364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
- P405: Store locked up.
- P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations.
3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
- Substance: Formic Acid 85%
- Chemical Composition:
- Formic Acid: 85% (CAS No. 64-18-6)
- Water: 15% (CAS No. 7732-18-5)
4. First-Aid Measures
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen and seek medical attention.
- Skin Contact: Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing. If skin irritation or rash occurs, seek medical advice.
- Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
- Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
5. Fire-Fighting Measures
- Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
- Special Hazards Arising from the Substance: May produce toxic fumes under fire conditions, including carbon oxides.
- Advice for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6. Accidental Release Measures
- Personal Precautions: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment.
- Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.
- Methods for Cleaning Up: Contain spillage, and then absorb with inert material (e.g., sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite) and place in container for disposal according to local regulations.
7. Handling and Storage
- Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist. Use adequate ventilation. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
- Conditions for Safe Storage: Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store locked up. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers and bases.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
- Exposure Limits:
- Formic Acid: ACGIH TLV: 5 ppm TWA, 10 ppm STEL
- Engineering Controls: Use appropriate exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below recommended exposure limits.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Eye/Face Protection: Safety goggles or face shield.
- Skin Protection: Protective gloves and clothing.
- Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
- Odor: Pungent, characteristic odor
- pH: 2.0 (1% solution)
- Melting Point: ~8.3°C (46.9°F)
- Boiling Point: ~100°C (212°F)
- Flash Point: 69°C (156°F) (closed cup)
- Solubility: Completely soluble in water
- Density: ~1.22 g/cm³
10. Stability and Reactivity
- Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
- Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with strong oxidizers, bases, and reducing agents.
- Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, and sparks.
- Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, reducing agents.
- Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides.
11. Toxicological Information
- Acute Toxicity:
- Oral: Harmful if swallowed (LD50: 730 mg/kg for formic acid)
- Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled (LC50: 7.85 mg/L for formic acid)
- Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes severe skin burns.
- Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation: Causes serious eye damage.
- Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA.
12. Ecological Information
- Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic life.
- Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable.
- Bioaccumulative Potential: No data available.
- Mobility in Soil: No data available.
13. Disposal Considerations
- Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations. Do not discharge into drains, surface waters, or groundwater.
14. Transport Information
- UN Number: UN1779
- UN Proper Shipping Name: Formic Acid
- Transport Hazard Class(es): 8
- Packing Group: II
- Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
15. Regulatory Information
- Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
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| Weight | 25 kg |
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