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Num. CAS

• 64-18-6

Formic Acid 85% by PEQUINSA CHEMICAL is a colorless liquid that boasts a high concentration of 85%, making it ideal for technical grade applications. Known for its versatility, formic acid is an essential component in various industries due to its strong acidic nature and reactive qualities.

Chemical Properties:

• Molecular Formula: HCOOH
• Molecular Weight: 46.03 g/mol
• Density: 1.22 g/cm³
• Boiling Point: 100.8 °C
• Melting Point: 8.4 °C
• Solubility: Miscible with water
• pH: <1

Applications:

• Leather Tanning: Formic acid is widely used in tanning processes for its ability to regulate pH and preserve leather by removing unwanted impurities.
• Textile Dyeing: It acts as an acidic agent to help achieve bright, enduring colors during the dyeing process.
• Silage Preservative: Commonly used in agriculture to preserve silage, ensuring animal feed remains nutritious over time.
• Rubber Manufacturing: Its role in coagulating rubber latex is crucial for producing high-quality rubber products.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized in creating an array of chemicals such as esters and other organic compounds.
• De-icing Agents: Effective in creating anti-icing and de-icing formulations, important for road safety in winter.
• Cleaning Products: Serves as a component in cleaning agents, offering effective descaling properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in synthesizing various pharmaceutical products.
• Food Industry: Acts as a preservative and antibacterial agent in food processing.
• Pesticides: Helps in the formulation of certain pesticides due to its strong antimicrobial characteristics.

Key Features and Benefits:

• High Purity: Ensures consistent and reliable results in industrial applications.
• Versatility: Applicable across numerous industries due to its multifaceted uses.
• Strong Acidic Nature: Effective in processes requiring pH modulation.
• Biodegradable: Environmentally friendly, breaks down naturally without harmful residues.
• Cost-effective: Offers significant utility across varied applications at an economical price point.

Common Uses:

• As a disinfectant for industrial cleaning.
• In producing low freezing solutions for de-icing applications.
• In synthesis of tanning agents for leather industries.
• As an acidulant in the food preservation process.
• As a reducing agent in textile dyeing operations.

Industries Served:

• Leather and Textile Industries,
• Agriculture,
• Chemical Manufacturing,
• Food Processing,
• Rubber Production.

Unlock the potential of your operations with Formic Acid 85% from PEQUINSA CHEMICAL. Request a quote today and discover how this indispensable chemical can optimize your industrial processes. With competitive pricing and high-grade quality, our product is tailored to meet diverse industrial needs efficiently and economically.