Formic acid
Petrochemicals
Formic acid, systematically named methanoic acid acid, is the simplest carboxylic acid.
It is an important intermediate in chemical synthesis and occurs naturally, most notably in some ants.
It is an important intermediate in chemical synthesis and occurs naturally, most notably in some ants.
Product name
- Formic acid
Physical form
- Liquid
CAS number
- 64-18-6
Chemical name
- Formic acid
Chemical Formula
- CH2O2
Applications
- Preservative, antibacterial agent, leather, dyeing, textiles, coagulant, cleaning products.