Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
30525-89-4
Name of the chemical
Paraformaldehyde
Concentration
<100
General Information
Version
1.1
Revision date
2025-09-11
Product name
Paraformaldehyde
Product Synonyms
(CH2O)n; polyoxymethylene; paraform; formagene; paraformaldehyde; Aldacide; metaformaldehyde; formaldehyde dry solid; polymerised
CAS No.
30525-89-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Used in fungicides, bactericides and disinfectants. High volume use chemical; for the manufacture of synthetic resins, adhesives and plastics. Active ingredient of contraceptive creams
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Company Information
company name
Soyventis North America LLC
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
regulatorydoc@soyventis.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H228, H302, H315, H317, H318, H332, H335, H351
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H228
Flammable solid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Signal word
Danger Page 1 continued...
Hazard statements
H228 Flammable solid. H302 Harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. May form combustible dust concentrations in air Hazard(s) not otherwise classified Not Applicable
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P271 Use in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/intrinsically safe equipment. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes. P264 Wash all exposed external body areas thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P272 Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.
Response
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water jets to extinguish. P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider/if you feel unwell. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider/if you feel unwell. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P330 Rinse mouth. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
Storage
P405 Store locked up. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation. No further product hazard information.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1, Acute Toxicity (Inhalation) Category 4, Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure (Respiratory Tract Irritation) Category 3, Carcinogenicity Category 2, Combustible Dust
