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MSDS
(Material Safety Data Sheet )
FORMIC ACID
Molecular Formula = HCOOH
CAS No = 64-18-6
PHISICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA.
Form at 20 °C = Liquid
Solubility in Water = 100%
SPECS. = Concentration 85pc min.,
Chloride 0,005pc max.,
Sulphate 0,002pc max.,
Iron 0,0005pc max.,
Loss after drying 0,02% max, etc.
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handing = Take care to handle the drum.
Storage = Store in a cool area and away from sunlight, Store away from sources
of heat of ignition, Keep dry, check regularly and leaks, use dry clean
up procedures and avoid generating dust. Take care to prevent the
accumulating of electrostatic charge due to handling storage.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE MEASURES
Eye Protection = Wear protective splash goggles.
Hand protection = Wear chemical protective gloves.
Other protective means = Wear protective clothing, full face shield, barrier cream, safety
footwear, rubber boots. Ensure there is ready access to eye wash unit,
emergency shower.
TOXICITY DATA
Skin Irritation = Corrosive
Eye Irritation = Corrosive
Other Toxicity = Toxic by inhalation.
MEASURES IN CASE OF ACCIDENTS
Eye Contact = Wash off immediately with plenty of water. Immediately hold the eyes
open and wash continuously for at least 15 minutes with fresh water.
Skin Contact = Immediately flush body and cloths with large amounts of water, using
safetyshower if available quickly remote all contaminated clothing.
FURTHER INFORMATIONS
This product must be handled and used following safety and hygien measure of a good
industrial experience and in conformity with regulation in force.
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