Our Main Product is FORMALDEHYDE.

SALES SPECIFICATION :



CAS Number 50-00-0
EINECS Number 200-001-8
Chemical Name Formaldehyde
Chemical Classification Aldehyde
Formula C
H2O

Molecular Weight 30.03
Shipping Name Formaldehyde Solution
Codes/Label Flammable Liquid, Class - 3.1
Hazardous Waste ID No. 5
Hatchem Code 2 SE / 2T
UN Number 1198
Description Colourless liquid with characteristic pungent
odour.
In the manufacturing of phenolic resins.
artificial silk and cellulose esters, dyes,
organic chemicals, glass mirrors,
explosives, disinfectant for dwellings, ship,
storage
Product Uses Houses, Utensils, Clothes etc., as a
germicide & fungicide for plants &
vegetables, improving fastness of dyes on
fabrics, tanning & preserving hides;,
mordanting & water proofing fabrics;
preserving & coagulating rubber latex; in
embalming fluids.

Specifications
Limits
Carbon Dioxide, % v/v/
Min.
37.00
Moisture, % v/v max. <1.0 *
Acidity (as HCOOH), % w/w
max.
0.05
Iron , ppm max. 2.00**
PH 2.60 - 3.00
* Methanol content may vary as per specific
customer's requirement. Hence sp. gr. will
also vary accordingly.
** Valid for SS containers & HDPE carboy
packing.
Application In the manufacture of explosives,
photographic materials, antiseptic and
fumigants; in treatment of pulp & papers;
in cosmetics, fertilizers & fuels; in
treatment of fur & hair, mouth wash,
germicidal soap, lavender water & cologne;
sterilization of surgical instruments; as food
preservative.
Packaging In SS tankers, ISO-containers and in HDPE

drums / carboys.
This information is based on our present state of knowledge and is
intended to provide general notes on our products and their uses. It
should therefore, not be construed as guaranteeing specific properties of
the products described or their suitability for a particular application. Any
existing industrial property rights must be observed. The quality of our
product is guaranteed under our General Conditions of Sale.



MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (Accordingto 91/155 EC)

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF
THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING:


Product Details:
Trade Name FORMALDEHYDE, 37% SOLN. IN
METHANOL/WATER
Manufacturer / Supplier Balaji Formalin Pvt. Ltd.,
Moti Bhoyan, Khatraj, Kalol Road,
Tal. Kalol, North Gujarat.




2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS:

Description CAS No. EINECS Number
Formaldehyde 50-00-0 200-001-8
Methanol 67-56-1 200-659-6
Water 7732-18-5



3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION:

Hazard Description Extremely hazardous product. Harmful if
swallowed or inhaled. Causes severe
irritation or burns to skin, eyes, upper
respiratory tract, gastro-intestinal irritation
and burns to mouth and throat Lachrymator
at levels from less than 20 ppm upwards.
Chronic Exposure Kidney and Lever Damage.
Chrcinogen City
(NTP/IARC/OSHO)
Yes





4. FIRST-AID MEASURES:

After inhalation Remove to fresh air, restore breathing, get
medical attention.
After Skin Contact Remove contaminated clothing, flush with
plenty of water at least for 15 minutes.
After Eye Contact Immediately flush opened eye with plenty
of running water for at least 15 minutes.
After Swallowing Induce vomiting of conscious patient by
giving plenty of water to drink. Consult
physician immediately in case of an
unconscious victim.




5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES:

Suitable extinguishing
Agents
CO
2
, Dry Chemical Powder, Water Spray
and Alcohol foam.


6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:

Person-related Safety
Precautions
Proper protective equipment and self
contained breathing apparatus with full face
piece operated in positive pressure mode.
Measures for
cleaning/collecting
Shut off sources of ignition, no flares,
smoking or flames in area. Stop leakage if
possible. Use water spray to reduce vapour.
Take up with sand or other non combustible
absorbent and place in to container for
disposal according to item 13.




7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:

Handling
Information for Safe
handling
Avoid breathing vapours, avoid contact with
eyes, skin and clothing. Decontaminate
soiled clothing thoroughly before use.
Information about fire and
explosion protection
Flammable liquid. Closed containers
exposed to heat may explode.
Storage
Requirements to be met by
store rooms and receptacles
Store in tightly closed containers in a dry,
cool, well ventilated, flammable liquid
storage area.




8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PROTECTION:

50-00-0 formaldehyde
OES Short term value * 3mg/m
Long term value **1.5 mg
m3

* total inhalable vapour, ** permissible exposure
Personal Protective
Equipment
Self contained breathing apparatus and full
protective clothing
Respiratory protection Self contained breathing apparatus.
Protection of hands Gloves of natural rubber
Eye Protection Safety glasses W/face shield.




9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:

General Information:
Form Liquid
Colour Colourless
Odour Pungent odour
Change in Condition:
Melting Point --
Boiling Point / Boiling range 960 C
Flash Point: (TCC) 590C
Flammable Limits Upper 73.0% , Lower 7.0%
Auto Ignition Temperature 423oC
Specific Gravity 1.08
Vapour Density (Air = 1) 1.0

Vapour Pressure (MMHG) at
20
0
C
1.3
Solubility /Miscibility with
water at 20
0
C
Complete




10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY:

This product is stable, strong reducing agent, especially in alkaline
solution. Keep away from strong bases and acids, oxidizing agents,
aniline, phenol, isocyanates, anhydride. Combustible lightand air sensitive,
polymerzes spontaneously.
Dangerous reactions Carbon monoxide may form on incomplete
combustion.
Dangerous Decomposition
Products
CO, CO
2
& Vapours of formaldehyde





11. TOXICOLIGICAL INFORMATION:

Acute toxicity
LD/LC50 Values relevant for
classification
Oral/LD 50:100 mg/kg (rat)
SKN LD 50: 270 ul/kg (rabbit)
Primary irritant effect:
On the Skin Irritating effect (severe)
On the eye Irritating effect (Severe)
Sensitization Prolonged contact may cause skin
sensitization




12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

Environmental Toxicity The product is expectecd to be slightly toxic
to aquatic life. The LC 50/96 hrs values for
fish are between 10 and 100 mg/l.
Environmental Fate The product is expected to be slightly toxic
to aquatic life. The LC 50/96 hrs values for
fish are between 10 and 100




13. DISPOSAL CONDITIONS:

Whatever cannot be recycled, should be absorbed in sand or other non
combustible absorbent, containerized and transferred to appropriate and
approved waste disposal facility. Dispose waste, containers and unused
contents in accordance with official regulations.


14. TRANSIT INFORMATION:

Shipping Name FORMALDEHYDE SOLUTION
UN Number 1198 Class : 3,3.3,8
Packing Group III Label : Flammable Liquid


15. REGULATORY INFORMATION:

This Product is extremely hazardous. It is listed as an "ACGIH" 'suspected'
human carcinogen and a "NTP" anticipated human carcinogen. It may
cause (mutagenic) reproductive effects.