Formaldehyde
Also known as: CH2O, EINECS 200-001-8, Formalin, Formic aldehyde, Formol, HCHO, MFCD00003274, Methanal, Methyl aldehyde, Methylene glycol, Methylene oxide, Morbicid, Oxomethane, Oxomethylene, Oxymethylene, VHH, fannoform, formalith, lysoform, superlysoform
Formaldehyde (CAS 50-00-0) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula CH2O and a molecular weight of 30.026 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -92 °C, a boiling point of -19.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -75.1±13.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 50-00-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1327339-8
- Molecular Formula
- CH2O
- Molecular Weight
- 30.026 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -92 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | -19.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.7±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -75.1±13.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 30.010565 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 0.35 |
| Vapor Pressure | 3463.8±0.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.235 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
- H331 — Toxic if inhaled
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H341 — Suspected of causing genetic defects
- H350 — May cause cancer
- H370 — Causes damage to organs
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2912110000 |
|---|
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Formaldehyde?
The CAS number of Formaldehyde is 50-00-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Formaldehyde?
Formaldehyde has molecular formula CH2O and molecular weight 30.026 g/mol.
Is Formaldehyde hazardous?
Formaldehyde has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Formaldehyde?
For Formaldehyde, Downstream Products: 4-Butylbenzyl Bromide, 1,3,5-Triisopropylhexahydro-1,3,5-triazine, Methyl 2-(hydroxymethyl)acrylate.
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