Formamide
Also known as: Methanamide, Carbamaldehyde, Formic acid amide, Amino formaldehyde, Formamine, Formic amide, Formimidsaeure, Hydroxyformaldimin
Formamide (CAS 75-12-7) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula CH3NO and a molecular weight of 45.041 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 2-3 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 210.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 81.1±18.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H351 — Suspected of causing cancer and H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 75-12-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-22854-1
- Molecular Formula
- CH3NO
- Molecular Weight
- 45.041 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Bases
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 2-3 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 210.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 81.1±18.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 45.021465 |
| PSA | 43.09000 |
| LogP | -1.51 |
| Additional Property | 1.55 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.370 |
| Additional Property | miscible |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H351 — Suspected of causing cancer
- H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2924199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2924199090. other acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Formamide?
The CAS number of Formamide is 75-12-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Formamide?
Formamide has molecular formula CH3NO and molecular weight 45.041 g/mol.
Is Formamide hazardous?
Formamide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H351 — Suspected of causing cancer; H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Formamide?
For Formamide, Upstream Products: Methanimidic acid, (Z)-.
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