165824
CAS Number
30525-89-4Grade
Highly PurifiedMolecular Formula
(CH₂O)n•H₂OEU Commodity Code
2912.60.0000UN DOT Shipping
UN2213 PGIIIShipping Temp
RTStorage Temp
RTParaformaldehyde
Polyoxymethylene’ Aldacide; Flo-Mor; Granuform; Paraform; TransFix
Paraformaldehyde is the polymerized form of formaldehyde, used in root canal sealers that provide antimicrobial activity. Used as a fumigant, a disinfectant and in the manufacture of synthetic resins like melamine resin, phenol resin and polyacetal resin. It is also used in cell culture. It also serves as a fixative in electron microscopy. It is also used in the preparation of formalin fixatives for tissues or cells.
Synonyms
Polyoxymethylene’ Aldacide; Flo-Mor; Granuform; Paraform; TransFix
Molecular Formula
(CH₂O)n•H₂O
Appearance
White to off-white granules
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms to structure
Melting Point
120-170° (dec.) (lit)
Storage and Stability
Store at RT. Store under inert gas. Moisture Sensitive. Stable for 12 months after receipt. Incompatible with brass, steel, copper, acid anhydrides, strong oxidizing agents and strong reducing agents.
Intended for research use only. Not for use in human, therapeutic, or diagnostic applications.
References
1. Gomes, B. et al.: Braz. Dent. J., 15, 30 (2004). 2. Myers, G. et al.: Appl. Microbiol., 11, 357 (1963)USBio References
No references available