Safety Data Sheets / Formaldehyde (Paraformaldehyde) 16% Aqueous Solution, EM Grade

Safety Data Sheet

Formaldehyde (Paraformaldehyde) 16% Aqueous Solution, EM Grade

Version 1Last reviewed 26 February 2026Catalogue: 15710 (C004), 15710-250, 15710-500, 15710-PIERCE-1, 15710-S (C004-100), 15710-S-500, 15710-S-SP, 15710-SP,157-1ML-PIERCE, 15710-SP-500, 15710-SP-M, 15710-SPECIAL, 15711 (C004-CARTON), 15711-SP, C004-1L

1. Identification

Product Identifiers

Product Name: Formaldehyde (Paraformaldehyde) 16% Aqueous Solution, EM Grade
Other Names: N/A
Product Number(s): 15710 (C004), 15710-250, 15710-500, 15710-PIERCE-1, 15710-S (C004-100), 15710-S-500, 15710-S-SP, 15710-SP,157-1ML-PIERCE, 15710-SP-500, 15710-SP-M, 15710-SPECIAL, 15711 (C004-CARTON), 15711-SP, C004-1L
CAS Number: 30525-89-4

Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use

Laboratory use. Laboratory chemicals.

Company Details

ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au

Emergency Contact Details

ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia
(07) 4773 9444
pst@proscitech.com
proscitech.com.au

2. Hazards Identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS08 Health hazard
Sensitization - Respiratory 1 H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
GHS07
Skin Irrititation 2 H315 Causes skin irritation.
Eye Irritation 2A H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Flammable Liquids 4 H227 Combustible liquid.

Label Elements

Signal Words: None
Hazard Statement(s): H302±H312±H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
H350 May cause cancer.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statement(s): Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking.
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
[In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
Specific treatment (see on this label).
If inhaled: If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
Continue rinsing.
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center/doctor.
In case of fire: Use CO₂, powder or water spray to extinguish.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Primary route(s) of entry

Not available.

Human Health

Inhalation: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
Ingestion: Not available.
Eyes: If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
Continue rinsing.
Skin: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Environment

No further relevant information available.

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

Name	CAS No.	Content (w/w)	Classification
formaldehyde	50-00-0	>10-≤25%	Acute Tox. 4, H302; Acute Tox. 4, H312; Acute Tox. 4, H332; Skin Irrit 2, H315; Eye Irrit 2A, H319; Skin Sens. 1, H317; Flam Liq 4, H227

4. First Aid Measures

Ingestion: Call for a doctor immediately.
Inhalation: Supply fresh air and to be sure call for a doctor.
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: Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least 48 hours after the accident.

5. Firefighting Measures

Suitable extinguishing equipment

Fire: CO₂, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
HAZCHEM: Not available.

Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters

Mouth respiratory protective device.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Not required.
Environmental precautions: Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.
Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.
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.
PAC-1:
Paraformaldehyde 2 mg/m³
PAC-2:
Paraformaldehyde 23 mg/m³
PAC-3:
Paraformaldehyde 47 mg/m³

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling: Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Open and handle receptacle with care.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Conditions for safe storage: Protect from heat.
Keep respiratory protective device available.
Keep container tightly sealed.
Protect from heat and direct sunlight.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Exposure Standards

Material	TWA ppm	TWA mg/m³	STEL ppm	STEL mg/m³
50-00-0 formaldehyde	WEL Short-term value: 2.5 mg/m³, 2 ppmLong-te	-	-	-

Engineering controls: Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Store protective clothing separately.

Personal protective equipment

Eye and face protection: Avoid contact with the eyes. Wear tightly sealed goggles.
Skin protection: Avoid contact with the skin. Wear protective gloves.
Body protection: Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
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: Colourless liquid
Odour: Like aldehyde
pH: at 20 °C (68 °F): 2.8
Vapour Pressure: at 20 °C (68 °F): 23 hPa (17.3 mm Hg)
Density: at 20 °C (68 °F): 1.04 g/cm³ (8.6788 lbs/gal)
Boiling Point: >93 °C (>199.4 °F)
Melting Point: Undetermined.
Solubility: Fully miscible.
Solvent content:
Water: 84.0 %
VOC content: 0.00 %
0.0 g/l / 0.00 lb/gal
Solids content: 0.0 %
Specific Gravity of Density: Not determined.
Flash Point: 62 °C (143.6 °F)
Flammable (Explosive) Limits: Not applicable. Product is not self-igniting.
Explosion limits:
Lower: 7.0 Vol %
Upper: 73.0 Vol %
Ignition Temperature: ~300 °C (~572 °F)

10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity: No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability: Stable under normal conditions
Possibility of hazardous reactions: No further relevant information available.
Conditions to avoid: No further relevant information available.
Incompatible materials: No further relevant information available.

11. Toxicological Information

Acute effects: Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
LD/LC50 values relevant for classification:
Paraformaldehyde
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: Causes irritation to skin and mucous membranes. May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Ingestion: No further relevant information available.
Inhalation: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Toxicity and irritation: The product shows the following dangers according to internally approved calculation methods for preparations:
Harmful
Irritant
Carcinogenic categories
IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer) : None of the ingredients is listed.
NTP (National Toxicology Program) : None of the ingredients is listed.
OSHA-Ca (Occupational Safety Health Administration) : None of the ingredients is listed.

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 3 (Self-assessment): extremely hazardous for water
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system, even in small quantities.
Danger to drinking water if even extremely small quantities leak into the ground.

13. Disposal Considerations

General information

Must not be disposed together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
Uncleaned packaging: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
Recommended cleansing agents: Water, if necessary together with cleansing agents.

14. Transport Information

ADG label required

HAZCHEM: Not available.
UN Number: UN3334
Proper shipping name: Aviation regulated liquid, n.o.s.
Transport hazard class: 9
Packing group: PG III
Environmental hazard: No information available.
Special precautions for users: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles
Additional information: NOT SUBJECT TO ADR

15. Regulatory Information

Poisons Schedule Number: No information available.
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.