Paraformaldehyde

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Application
Paraformaldehyde after depolymerization results in the formation of formaldehyde in solution which can be used as a fumigant, disinfectant, fungicide, fixative. Paraformaldehyde reacts with either phenol, urea, melamine or resorcinol to produce resin. It is also used in the production of inks of a wide array of ink applications like dollar bills, books, and other printing materials
Description
Paraformaldehyde is a white crystalline solid polymer with pungent odor and generates toxic formaldehyde gas when heated. It may react violently with strong oxidizing agents and less with bases. Paraformaldehyde is slightly soluble in alcohols and insoluble in ether, hydrocarbons, and carbon tetra-chloride.

Product Properties

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CAS
30525-89-4
Chemical Formula
HO(CH2O)nH
Appearance/State
White Crystalline Solid
Melting point
°C
120 - 170

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Published
Dec 03, 2022
Last Edited
Dec 03, 2022
Categories
Chemicals
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