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Formamide Methanoic Acid Amide - 1000ml
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Description
Formamide
Synonyms: Methanoic acid amide, Formic acid amide
CAS Number: 75-12-7
EC Number: 200-842-0
Chemical Formula: CH₃NO
Molar Mass: 45.04 g/mol
Appearance: Colorless, oily liquid
Odor: Slightly ammonia-like
Chemical and Physical Properties
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Density: 1.13 g/cm³ at 20 °C
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Melting Point: 2–3 °C
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Boiling Point: 210 °C
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Solubility: Miscible with water, alcohol, acetone, and most polar solvents
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Vapor Pressure: ~0.08 mmHg at 20 °C
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pKa: ~23.5 (very weak acid)
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Viscosity: ~3.3 mPa·s at 25 °C
Applications
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Organic Synthesis: Used as a building block for pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and other chemicals
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Solvent: Effective polar solvent in laboratory and industrial chemical processes
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Electrophoresis: Commonly used in the denaturation of nucleic acids in molecular biology
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Plastic Industry: Additive in the production of plastics and resins
⚠️ This product is not for food or pharmaceutical use.
Safety Information
Signal Word: ⚠️ Danger
H351 (52.1%): Suspected of causing cancer [Warning Carcinogenicity]
H360 (82.5%): May damage fertility or the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity]
H360D (17.3%): May damage the unborn child [Danger Reproductive toxicity]
H373 (52.1%): May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure]
P203, P260, P280, P318, P319, P405, and P501
Handling and Storage
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Handling: Use in well-ventilated areas. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing
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Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from strong acids and bases