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Муравьиная кислота Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more

Муравьиная кислота (systematically called methanoic acid) is the simplest carboxylic acid. It is an important intermediate in chemical synthesis and occurs naturally, most famously in the venom of bee and ant stings. It is commonly used as a preservative and antibacterial agent in livestock feed.

Attribute Details
Trade Name Муравьиная кислота
Generic Formic acid
Formic acid Other Names Acide formique, Ameisensäure, Aminic acid, Bilorin, Formic acid, Formylic acid, Methanoic acid
Type
Formula CH2O2
Weight Average: 46.0254
Monoisotopic: 46.005479308
Groups Experimental, Investigational
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer
Available Country Russia
Last Updated: January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am
   

Toxicity

ORAL (LD50): Acute: 700 mg/kg [Mouse]. 1100 mg/kg [Rat]. 4000 mg/kg [Dog].

Elimination Route

Муравьиная кислота is readily metabolized and eliminated by the body.

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