Advanced Search



Paraformaldehyde

SIAL/158127 - powder, 95%

Synonym: Polyoxymethylene

CAS Number: 30525-89-4
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): CH2O ]n
Molecular Weight: 30.03 (as monomer)
MDL Number: MFCD00133991
Linear Formula: HO(CH2O)nH
Product Type: Chemical
Catalog Number PKG Qty. Price Quantity
45-158127-5G 5 g
 $35.30
1/EA		 Add To Favorites
45-158127-100G 100 g
 $57.40
1/EA		 Add To Favorites
45-158127-500G 500 g
 $77.40
1/EA		 Add To Favorites
45-158127-3KG 3 kg
 $216.00
1/EA		 Add To Favorites
This picture is provided solely for illustration purposes. Optical properties of the actual product may deviate. Relevant product information is printed on labeled products and other accompanying or available information material.

This image depicts SKU: 158127-100G
This picture is provided solely for illustration purposes. Optical properties of the actual product may deviate. Relevant product information is printed on labeled products and other accompanying or available information material. This image depicts SKU: 158127-5G
This picture is provided solely for illustration purposes. Optical properties of the actual product may deviate. Relevant product information is printed on labeled products and other accompanying or available information material.

This image depicts SKU: 158127-500G
This picture is provided solely for illustration purposes. Optical properties of the actual product may deviate. Relevant product information is printed on labeled products and other accompanying or available information material.

This image depicts SKU: 158127-2.5KG

 

assay 95%
autoignition temp. 572 °F
density 0.88 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
expl. lim. 73 %
form powder
InChI 1S/CH2O/c1-2/h1H2
InChI key WSFSSNUMVMOOMR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
mp 120-170 °C (lit.)
Quality Level 200 
SMILES string [O-]#[C+H2]
storage temp. 2-8°C
vapor density 1.03 (vs air)
vapor pressure <1.45 mmHg ( 25 °C)
Application: Paraformaldehyde can be used as a:• Methylene building block in the Mannich reaction with primary amines and alkynes to synthesize propargyl amines.
• Hydroxymethylation reagent to synthesize homoallylic alcohols by reacting with 1,1-disubstituted allenes.
• Formylation reagent in the Ir-catalyzed N-formylation of amines to synthesize formamides.
General description: Paraformaldehyde is also referred as polyoxymethylene. It participates as an external CO source in the synthesis of aromatic aldehydes and esters.
Other Notes: 2024 CiteAb Award Winner for Supplier Succeeding in Parkinson′s Research 
Packaging: 2.5 kg in poly bottle
Packaging: 25, 100, 500 g in poly bottle
Packaging: 3 kg in poly drum
Packaging: 5 g in glass bottle
Purity 95%
mp 120-170 °C (lit.)
Density 0.88 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Storage Temp. 2-8°C
UNSPSC 12352100

The following items have been added to your cart:

Choose a favorite list for this item:
Catalog Number Description Price
$

Returns/Order support

Please fill out the form below if you want to request order support from Krackeler Scientific.


Quick Order

* Required


New Tariffs & Effects on Pricing

Tariff note: As we navigate the current environment of tariff surcharges and mid-year manufacturer price increases, we want to keep you informed. While we have avoided making specific decisions thus far, we anticipate that we will be forced to implement a cost adjustment policy to offset the fees we have already been absorbing. We are committed to transparency and moderation in this process.

800-334-7725
office@krackeler.com


Play Video

To Request a Quote

  1. Search or Browse for items and add to them to your Shopping Cart.
  2. Click the "Request Quote" button at the bottom of the Shopping Cart page.
  3. Fill out required fields.
  4. Optionally you can convert to standard checkout mode by choosing a payment type.
  5. Click "Request Quote" at the bottom of the page.

You will be contacted with a quote.

To Order From a Quote

  1. Register and login to the website.
  2. Receive a quote from your sales representative or customer service.
  3. Have your copy of the quote in hand.
  4. Visit our quote module to search for your quote.
Back to Top