Molekula
Formic acid - 85%
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Formic acid (85%) is a simple carboxylic acid with a pungent odor, widely used as a preservative, antibacterial agent, and in leather tanning, textile dyeing, and livestock feed additives. It also serves as a reducing agent in chemical synthesis and as a coagulant in rubber production. This reagent has a CAS number of 64-18-6, a molecular formula of CH₂O₂, and a molecular weight of 46.03 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its corrosive and hazardous nature, as indicated by its "Danger" signal word. Molekula supplies formic acid (85%) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 49 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 (3) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90031471 |
| CAS Number | 64-18-6 |
| IUPAC Name | formic acid |
| EC Number | 200-579-1 |
| Molecular Formula | CH2O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 46.03 |
| Exact Mass | 46.0055 |
| SMILES | C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | BDAGIHXWWSANSR-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/CH2O2/c2-1-3/h1H,(H,2,3) |
| PubChem CID | 284 |
| UN Number | UN1779 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2915.11.0000 |
| Tariff Code | 2915110000 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- EUH071 Corrosive to the respiratory tract
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H331 Toxic if inhaled
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- Aminic acid
- Bilorin
- Collo-bueglatt
- Collo-didax
- Formira
- Formisoton
- Formylic acid
- Hydrogen carboxylic acid
- Methanoic acid
- Myrmicyl
Frequently asked questions
What is formic acid (85%) commonly used for?
Formic acid (85%) is widely used in textile dyeing, leather tanning, agriculture (as a preservative and pesticide), and as a chemical intermediate for producing pharmaceuticals, rubber, and plastics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 85% formic acid?
The chemical formula is **CH₂O₂**, and the molecular weight is **46.03 g/mol**.
What safety classification does 85% formic acid have?
The signal word for 85% formic acid is **Danger**, indicating it is highly corrosive and requires careful handling.
How should 85% formic acid be stored?
It should be stored in a **cool, dry, well-ventilated area at ambient temperature**, away from incompatible substances like oxidizing agents, bases, and metals.
Does Molekula supply 85% formic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply 85% formic acid in **bulk quantities**, with flexible packaging options (drums, IBCs, or tanker loads) depending on order size.
What documentation is provided with a formic acid order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a compliance certificate (e.g., REACH, FDA, or other regulatory documentation as requested).
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