General Info
CAS Number: Molecular Formula: Molecular Weight: Classifications:	50-00-0 CH2O                                                          30.03 (for the formaldehyde molecule) Aldehyde

Synonyms:
Formalin; HCHO; methanal; methyl aldehyde; methylene oxide; oxymethylene; methaldehyde.

Description:
Formaldehyde is a gas that is commonly sold in the form of water solutions ranging in concentration from 37 to 52 wt % formaldehyde. Some contain a polymerization inhibitor. All are colorless, with a sharp characteristic "formaldehyde" odor.

Water solubility, grams/liter Density, grams per milliliter Pounds per gallon Boiling point Flash point (closed cup) Freezing point

Complete 1.05 to 1.12 8.75 to 9.33 96 to 99°C 61 to 85°C at 65°C, polymer forms at 0°C, ice crystals form

Product Uses
Formaldehyde reacts with phenol, urea, melamine or resorcinol to form formaldehyde resins that are used as plywood adhesives and particleboard binders. This is the largest single use of the product.
Formaldehyde is also converted to
polyacetal (POM) resins;
methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI), a raw material for polyurethanes;
pentaerythritol and trimethylolpropane, raw materials for alkyd resins and synthetic lubricants;
paraformaldehyde, a low polymer containing >91% HCHO, with uses essentially the same as those of formaldehyde.

Regulatory Numbers
ndex Number:  605-001-00-5
EINECS Number:  200-001-8
UN Number:  2209

Manufacturing Sites
Region                                      City
North America                             USA Bishop, TX
Europe
Asia

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