| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Formula | CH₂O₂ |
| IUPAC ID | Formic Acid |
| Molar Mass | 46.03 g/mol |
| Density | 1.22 g/cm³ |
| Boiling Point | 100.8 °C |
| Melting point | 8.2-8.4 °C |
| Vapor density | 1.03 (vs air) |
| Vapor pressure | 52 mm Hg ( 37 °C) |
| Flash point | 133 °F |
| Storage temp | 2-8°C |
| Solubility | H2O: soluble1g/10 mL, clear, colorless |
| Form | Liquid |
| Color | APHA: ≤15 |
| PH | 3.47(1 mM solution);2.91(10 mM solution);2.38(100 mM solution) |
| Odor | at 0.10 % in water. pungent vinegar formyl |
| Odor Type | acetic |
| Water Solubility | MISCIBLE |
| Sensitive | Hygroscopic |
| Stability | Stable. Substances to be avoided include strong bases, strong oxidizing agents and powdered metals, furfuryl alcohol. Combustible. Hygroscopic. Pressure may build up in tightly closed bottles, so bottles should be opened carefully and vented periodically. |
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Formic acid, systematically named methanoic acid, is the simplest carboxylic acid. Its chemical formula is HCOOH, and its structural formula is H−C−O−H.
Formic acid plays a crucial role as an intermediate in chemical synthesis due to its versatile reactivity. It is involved in various processes, including the production of pharmaceuticals, dyes, and other organic compounds.
Esters, salts, and the anion derived from formic acid are collectively referred to as formates. These compounds are formed through the reaction or interaction of formic acid with other chemical species.
Formic acid finds applications in various industries, including leather processing, textile dyeing, and as a coagulant in the rubber industry. Its unique properties make it valuable in diverse industrial processes.
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