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Formaldehyde Solution 37–41%

CAS 50-00-0·CH₂O

Formalin for histological fixation and preservation, in AR and molecular-biology grades.

Grades offered

  • EXTRA PUREExtra PureThe general-purpose tier on most Indian catalogues.
  • ARAnalytical ReagentHigh purity with certified assay and stated trace-impurity limits.
  • MOLECULAR BIOLOGYFor Molecular BiologyCertified free of DNase, RNase and protease.
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Typical applications

  • 10% neutral buffered formalin for histology
  • Specimen preservation
  • Protein cross-linking
EXTRA PURE500 ml

Formaldehyde Solution 37–41%

CH₂O · M.W. 30.03 g/mol

CAS
50-00-0
Assay
37–41% w/v, methanol stabilised
Batch
Use before
DangerH301 · H311 · H314 · H317 · UN2209
Representative label. Batch, expiry and the full hazard statement appear on the container and its Safety Data Sheet.

Controlled supply

Classified as a human carcinogen (IARC Group 1). Requires fume extraction at the point of use and occupational exposure monitoring.

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Pack sizes

  • 500 ml
  • 2.5 L
  • 25 LOn request

Identification

Identification for Formaldehyde Solution 37–41%
CAS number50-00-0
Molecular formulaCH₂O
Molecular weight30.03 g/mol
Assay37–41% w/v, methanol stabilised
Also known asFormalin, Methanal solution

Hazard identification

Signal wordDanger

  • CorrosiveGHS05
  • Acute toxicityGHS06
  • Serious health hazardGHS08
  • H301Toxic if swallowed
  • H311Toxic in contact with skin
  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H331Toxic if inhaled
  • H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
  • H350May cause cancer

TransportUN2209Packing groupIII

Controlled supply

Classified as a human carcinogen (IARC Group 1). Requires fume extraction at the point of use and occupational exposure monitoring.
This summary is reproduced from the manufacturer’s published classification for Formaldehyde Solution 37–41% and is provided to help you plan handling and storage. It is not a substitute for the Safety Data Sheet. Work from the SDS supplied with your consignment — classification can differ by grade, concentration and batch.

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