Formaldehyde (Paraformaldehyde) 10% Aqueous Solution, EM Grade

1. Identification

Product Identifiers

Product Name

Formaldehyde (Paraformaldehyde) 10% Aqueous Solution, EM Grade

Other Names

No further information available

Product Number(s)

15712, 15712-1L, 15712-S, 15712-SP, 15712-SPEDISHA, C0041, EMS15712, EMS15712-S

CAS Number

No further information available

Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use

Company Details

Emergency Contact Details

2. Hazards Identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Label Elements

Signal Words

None

Hazard Statement(s)

Combustible liquid, Causes skin irritation, Causes serious eye irritation, May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.

Precautionary Statement(s)

Keep away from flames and hot surfaces - No smoking.

Primary route(s) of entry

Human Health

Inhalation

Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms call a poison centre/doctor.

Ingestion

No information available

Eyes

Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention.

Skin

Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. If skin irritation occurs get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.

Environment

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

4. First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If symptoms persist consult a doctor.

Inhalation

In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.

Skin Contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.

Eye Contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.

Other Information

No further relevant information available.

5. Firefighting Measures

Suitable extinguishing equipment

Fire

CO₂, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.

HAZCHEM

No further relevant information available.

Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Not required

Environmental precautions

Dilute with plenty of water. Do not allow to enter sewers/surface or ground water.

Methods and materials for containment and clean up

Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust). Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13. Ensure adequate ventilation.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling

Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace. Prevent formation of aerosols.

Conditions for safe storage

Keep receptacle tightly sealed.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Exposure Standards

Engineering controls

• The product does not contain any relevant quantities of materials with critical values that have to be monitored at the workplace.
• Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
• Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.
• Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
• Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.

Personal protective equipment

Eye and face protection

Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. Wear tightly sealed goggles.

Skin protection

Wear protective gloves. The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation. Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product/ the preparation/ the chemical mixture. Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation.

Body protection

Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.

Respiratory protection

In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use respiratory protective device that is independent of circulating air.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

General information

Appearance

Clear liquid

Odour

Characteristic

pH

2.8 at 20 °C (68 °F)

Vapour Pressure

23 hPa (17.3 mm Hg) at 20 °C (68 °F)

Density

1.04 g/cm³ (8.6788 lbs/gal) at 20 °C (68 °F)

Boiling Point

>93 °C (>199.4 °F)

Melting Point

Undetermined

Solubility

Fully miscible

Flash Point

62 °C (143.6 °F)

Flammable (Explosive) Limits

• Lower: 7 Vol %
• Upper: 73 Vol %

Ignition Temperature

300 °C (572 °F)

Formula

Not available

10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity

No further relevant information available.

Chemical stability

No decomposition if used according to specifications.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known.

Conditions to avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible materials

No further relevant information available.

11. Toxicological Information

Acute effects

• Oral - LD50 - 800 mg/kg (Rat)
• Dermal - LD50 - 10,000 mg/kg (rabbit)
• Inhalative - LC50/4 h - 1,070 mg/l (Rat)

Eye contact

Irritating effect

Skin contact

Irritation to skin and mucous membranes.

Ingestion

Not available

Inhalation

Sensitization possible through inhalation.

Toxicity and irritation

• Harmful
• Irritant

12. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity

No further relevant information available.

Persistence and degradability

No further relevant information available.

Bioaccumulative potential

No further relevant information available.

Other adverse effects

Water hazard class 1 (Self -assessment): Slightly hazardous for water. Do not allow undilute product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.

13. Disposal Considerations

General information

14. Transport Information

ADG label required

HAZCHEM

No further relevant information available.

UN Number

UN3334

Proper shipping name

Aviation regulated liquid, n.o.s

Transport hazard class

9 Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles

Packing group

Void

Environmental hazard

Not applicable

Special precautions for users

Not applicable

Additional information

Not applicable

15. Regulatory Information

Poisons Schedule Number

TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) : All components have the value ACTIVE.

Other Information

No further relevant information available.

16. Other Information

SDS preparation date

26 February 2026

Comments

• This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship. This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.
• This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.