Formic Acid

It is a highly versatile chemical widely used in industrial, agricultural, and pharmaceutical applications. Known for its strong acidic properties and reducing abilities, formic acid serves as an efficient preservative, descaling agent, and chemical intermediate.



Applications

Industrial Applications

  1. Textile and Leather:
    • Used in dyeing and tanning processes.
    • Adjusts pH in textile processing.
  2. Rubber Industry:
    • Coagulates latex in natural rubber production.
  3. Descaling Agent:
    • Removes limescale and rust in industrial equipment.

Agriculture

  1. Silage Preservation:
    • Enhances the fermentation process and prevents spoilage.
  2. Animal Feed Additive:
    • Inhibits microbial growth in feed, extending shelf life.

Chemical Manufacturing

  1. Intermediate:
    • Precursor in the production of esters, formates, and other organic compounds.
  2. Reducing Agent:
    • Used in certain catalytic and synthetic reactions.

Pharmaceuticals

  • Acts as a reagent and preservative in formulations.

Cleaning Products

  1. Household Cleaners:
    • Removes tough stains and mineral deposits.
  2. Industrial Cleaning:
    • Used in metal cleaning and descaling.
CAS Number

64-18-6

Molecular Formula

CH₂O₂

Molecular Weight

46.03 g/mol

Appearance

Clear, colorless liquid

Density

1.22 g/cm³

Boiling Point

100.8°C

Melting Point

8.4°C

Flash Point

69°C

Solubility

Miscible with water, alcohols, and ethers

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