Paraformaldehyde, granulated

Empirical formula (CH₂O)_n
Density (D) ca. 1,3
Flash point (flp)ca. 70 °C • Melting point (mp)ca. 130 °C
Storage temp.: +4-15 °C
ADR 4.1 III • WGK 2
CAS No.[30525-89-4]
EG-Nr. 608-494-5 • UN-Nr. 2213

Paraformaldehyde is a formaldehyde polymer. It is used for applications requiring a formaldehyde solution without stabilising additives. Store product below 15 °C.

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Hazard statements

H228 Flammable solid
H302 + H332 Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects (after exposure)
H350 May cause cancer (after exposure)

Precautions - prevention

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P210 Keep away from heat. Do not smoke.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280 Wear protective gloves / eye protection.

Precautions - response

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for a long period of time
amount of minutes; remove contact lenses, if possible; keep rinsing.
P308 + P313 NA (possible) exposure: Get medical attention.