Formamide
Corrosion
Exclamation Mark
Health Hazard
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H290 |
May be corrosive to metals | Corrosive to Metals |
H336 |
May cause drowsiness or dizziness | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects |
H351 |
Suspected of causing cancer | Carcinogenicity |
H360 |
May damage fertility or the unborn child | Reproductive toxicity |
H373 |
May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P234 |
Keep only in original container. |
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P261 |
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P271 |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P390 |
Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P406 |
Store in corrosive resistant/... container with a resistant inner liner. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| NIOSH REL | 10 ppm |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
Colorless, oily liquid with a light ammonia-like odor.
| Boiling Point | 411°F (decomposes) |
| Flash Point | 310°F (open-cup) |
| Vapor Pressure | 3 mmHg at 86°F, 760 mmHg at 410.9°F |
| Specific Gravity | 1.13 |
NFPA 704 Diamond
1
2
0
Health
Fire
Reactivity
Target Organs
skin, eye, and mucous membrane irritation; reproductive effects in animals
Synonyms
carbamaldehyde; methanamide
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 713
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
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