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103999 Formaldehyde solution min. 37% free from acid

stabilized with about 10% methanol and calcium carbonate for histology

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Synonyms: Formalin solution, Methanal solution, Methyl aldehyde solution

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              Description
              Catalogue Number103999
              SynonymsFormalin solution, Methanal solution, Methyl aldehyde solution
              DescriptionFormaldehyde solution min. 37% free from acid
              OverviewFormaldehyde solution min. 37% free from acid - stabilized with about 10% methanol and calcium carbonate for histology, is used for human-medical cell diagnosis and serves the purpose of the histological fixation of sample material of human origin. An optimal fixation in the pre-analytical phase of the histological process is one of the most important preconditions for ensuring the good preservation status of the tissue in question and of the structures and macromolecules it contains and thus for enabling a precise histopathological analysis of specimen material. When used properly, this fixing solution is optimally suited for this purpose. The product is a concentrated formaldehyde solution min. 37 %, stabilized, corresponding to a so-called “formalin solution 100 %”. The term “100 % formalin solution” is a well-established term used in histological circles for solutions of at least 37 % formaldehyde in water. This has historical reasons. Used in conjunction with other in vitro diagnostic products from our portfolio, in the pre-analytical phase of the histological process it serves the purpose of preserving tissue structures and macromolecules, which are of decisive relevance in histopathological analyses. For more details, please see instructions for use (IFU). This product is registered as IVD and CE marked.
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              HS Code2912 11 00
              Structure formula ImageStructure formula Image
              Quality LevelMQ400
              Applications
              Applicationstabilized with about 10% methanol and calcium carbonate for histology
              Biological Information
              Physicochemical Information
              Boiling point93 - 96 °C (1013 hPa)
              Density1.09 g/cm3 (20 °C)
              Explosion limit7 - 73 %(V) (Formaldehyde)
              Flash point64 °C
              Ignition temperature300 °C (Formaldehyde)
              Melting Point<-15 °C
              pH value2.8 - 4 (H₂O, 20 °C)
              Vapor pressure1.3 hPa
              Dimensions
              Materials Information
              Toxicological Information
              Safety Information according to GHS
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              Hazard Statement(s)H301 + H311: Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin.
              H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
              H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
              H330: Fatal if inhaled.
              H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
              H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
              H350: May cause cancer.
              H370: Causes damage to organs.
              Precautionary Statement(s)P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
              P260: Do not breathe mist or vapours.
              P280: Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection/ hearing protection.
              P303 + P361 + P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
              P304 + P340 + P310: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
              P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
              P403 + P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
              Signal WordDanger
              Storage class6.1A Combustible, acute toxic Cat. 1 and 2 / very toxic hazardous materials
              WGKWGK 3 highly hazardous to water
              Disposal9
              Carcinogenic compounds and flammable compounds labelled "Highly toxic" or "Toxic": container F. Alkyl sulfates are carcinogenic; Take particular care to avoid inhalation and skin contact. To neutralize alkyl sulfates, add dropwise (from a dropping funnel) to concentrated ice-cool Ammonia solution (Cat.No. 105426) with vigorous stirring. Before placing in container D, check the pH with pH Universal indicator strips (Cat.No. 109535).
              Safety Information
              Categories of dangertoxic, corrosive, carcinogenic, sensitizing
              Product Usage Statements
              Storage and Shipping Information
              StorageStore at +15°C to +25°C.
              Packaging Information
              Transport Information
              Declaration (railroad and road) ADR, RIDUN 2209 , 8, III
              Declaration (transport by air) IATA-DGRUN 2209 , 8, III
              Declaration (transport by sea) IMDG-CodeUN 2209 , 8, III
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              Catalog Number GTIN
              1039991000 04022536045924
              1039992500 04022536045948
              1039999025 04022536045962

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