Formic Acid

CAS No: 64-18-6

Formic Acid is the simplest carboxylic acid, known for its pungent odour and high reactivity. This colourless, corrosive liquid is widely used in leather processing, agriculture, and chemical synthesis.

Synonyms

Methanoic Acid, Hydrogen Carboxylic Acid

Formula

CH₂O₂

CAS No

64-18-6

  • Properties

    • Molecular weight: 46.03 g/mol
    • Aggregation state: Liquid
    • Density: ~1.22 g/cm³
    • Boiling point: ~100.8 °C
    • Melting point: ~8.4 °C
    • Refractive index: ~1.37

  • Key applications

    • Leather tanning
    • Preservative
    • Silage additive
    • Textile dyeing
    • Organic synthesis

  • Industries

    • Leather
    • Agriculture
    • Textiles
    • Chemical Industry

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