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Formic acid Chemical Properties
mp 8.2-8.4 °C(lit.)
bp 101 °C
density 1.22
vapor density 1.03 (vs air)
vapor pressure 52 mm Hg ( 37 °C)
refractive index n20/D 1.377
FEMA 2487
Fp 133 °F
storage temp. 2-8°C
Water Solubility MISCIBLE
Sensitive Hygroscopic
Merck 14,4241
BRN 1209246
Stability: Stable. Substances to be avoided include strong bases, strong oxidizing agents and powdered metals, furfuryl alcohol. Combustible. Hygroscopic. Pressure may build up in tightly closed bottles, so bottles should be opened carefully and vented periodically.
CAS DataBase Reference 64-18-6(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference Formic acid(64-18-6)
EPA Substance Registry System Formic acid(64-18-6)
Safety Information
Hazard Codes T,C,Xi
Risk Statements 23/24/25-34-40-43-35-36/38-10
Safety Statements 36/37-45-26-23-36/37/39
RIDADR UN 1198 3/PG 3
WGK Germany 2
RTECS LP8925000
F 10
HazardClass 8
PackingGroup II
Hazardous Substances Data 64-18-6(Hazardous Substances Data)
