Applications
Formic acid, the simple carboxylic acid is a colorless liquid. A major use of Formic Acid, is as a preservative and antibacterial agent in livestock feed. It is also used for decalcifier; reducer in dyeing for wool fast colours; dehairing and plumping hides; tanning; electroplating; coagulating rubber latex; silage and grain preservation; additive in regenerating old rubber; solvents of perfume; lacquers; alkylating agent for alcohols; carboxylating agent for tertiary compounds. Its used in water treatment and dyeing and finishing paper, also in the production of fumigants and refrigerants. It is also used as an intermediate for the production of a wide variety of products in the chemicals and pharmaceutical industries.
Physical And Chemical Properties
Physical State: Colorless liquid with a pungent odor
Melting Point: 8.3 °C
Boiling Point: 100.7 °C
Specific Gravity: 1.21
Solubility in Water: Miscible
Vapor Density: 1.6
NFPA Ratings: Health: 2; Flammability: 2; Reactivity: 1
Flash Point: 69 °C
Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions
Sales Specification
Appearance: Clear
Water: 10%
Formic: 90%
Color: 6PT-CO
Typical Values
Acetic Acid: <=500ppm
Sulphate: <=1ppm
Chloride: <=1ppm
Iron: <=1ppm
Other Heavy Metals: <=1ppm
Residue on Evaporation: <=20ppm
Packing
5 gl (55.12lb) Pail
55 gl (551.15lb) Drum
DOT Transportation
UN No.: 1779
Proper Shipping Name: Formic Acid
Hazard Class: 8
Packing Group: II
