Formaldehyde

Description:

Formaldehyde
  • Its is an Antiseptic and germicide.
  • It is a preservative for biological and anatomical specimens
  • It is a substitute for tanning in leather industry - This is because it can harden glue or gelatine and thus renders them insoluble in water
  • It is a reactant in the manufacture of formaldehyde resins like bakelite and galalith by catalytic condensation with phenol or casein (milk protein). The resin can be moulded while hot into different shapes under pressure.
  • It is an important ingredient in the manufacture of synthetic dyestuffs.

Product Specification
FORMALDEHYDE 37.05%
Appearance  Clear , Colourless
Specific Gravity 1.103
Acidity 0.012
Methonal Content 3.241%
PH by Meter  3.5
Chlorides Nil