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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. Formaldehyde solution (formalin) is considered a hazardous compound, and its vapor toxic. (From Reynolds, Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p717)

Also Known As:

Formol; Formalin; Methanal; Oxomethane

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Disinfectants
Fixatives

Organic Chemicals: 133
- Aldehydes: 2153
  - Formaldehyde: 19222

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