Formaldehyde, ACS reagent, 37 wt% sol., stab. 10-15% methanol

SKU#: FSA41073
UOM: EA
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Overview
Formaldehyde, formalin, CAS # 50-00-0, is a colorless volatile used as a histologic fixative and disinfectant.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
General description
• Formaldehyde (formalin) is an organic compound used for crosslinking proteins in biological samples such as tissue sections, culture cells, and whole specimens
• Formaldehyde is an intermediate in the combustion of methane and can exist in many forms
• It is a volatile, colorless liquid; can be stored long-term in appropriate containers
• Comes stabilized in solution with methanol
Applications
• May be used in pain research for induction of pain and inflammation
• Monomeric formaldehyde is formulated especially for laboratory applications
• Commonly used in RNA isolation as a denaturant
Specification
Product NameFormaldehyde, ACS reagent, 37 wt% sol., stab. 10-15% methanol
SKUFSA41073
VisibilityCatalog, Search
UOMEA
BrandThermo Scientific Chemicals
Floor StandingNo
RefrigeratedNo
Shelf Life12 months
CAS Number50-00-0
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