Formalaz Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more
A highly reactive aldehyde gas formed by oxidation or incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons. In solution, it has a wide range of uses: in the manufacture of resins and textiles, as a disinfectant, and as a laboratory fixative or preservative. Formalaz solution (formalin) is considered a hazardous compound, and its vapor toxic. (From Reynolds, Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p717)
| Trade Name | Formalaz |
| Generic | Formaldehyde |
| Formaldehyde Other Names | Formaldehído, Formaldehyd, Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde solution, Formalin, Formic aldehyde, Formol, Methanal, Methyl aldehyde, Methylene oxide, Oxomethane, Oxomethylene, Oxymethylene, Paraform |
| Type | Liquid |
| Formula | CH2O |
| Weight | Average: 30.026 Monoisotopic: 30.010564686 |
| Groups | Approved, Vet approved |
| Therapeutic Class | |
| Manufacturer | |
| Available Country | United States |
| Last Updated: | January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am |
Uses
Formalaz is a naturally occurring hazardous organic compound used as a preservative in animal feed, cosmetic products, laboratory procedures, disinfection, and home building products.
Use for drying skin before or after surgical removal of warts or where dryness is required.
Toxicity
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 42 mg/kg [Mouse].
