Paraformaldehyde, Purified

Molecular Formula
(CH2O)n
Catalog Number
P1010
Supplier/Brand
Spectrum Chemical
CAS Number
30525-89-4

Paraformaldehyde, Purified is the smallest polyoxymethylene and typically has an odor similar to formaldehyde due to decomposition. It is also a polyacetal and forms slowly in aqueous formaldehyde solutions as a white precipitate. The Purified Grade describes chemicals of good quality where there are no official standards and is normally limited to inorganic chemicals.


Synonyms: Paraform ; Paraformic Aldehyde ; Polymerised Formaldehyde ; Polyoxymethylene

Shipping Information

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DOT: UN2213, Paraformaldehyde, 4.1, PG III

Largest individual container shippable via:
UPS/FedEx Ground: 12 kg    UPS Air: 1 kg    FedEx Air: 50 kg

Additional UPS-imposed hazardous material charge.
Tariff No. 2912600000

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Storage Information

MOISTURE SENSITIVE: Keep tightly closed.

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