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)
Synonyms
Formaldehyd
Formaldehído
Oxymethylene
Formaldehyde
Oxomethane
Formalin
Methylene oxide
Formaldehyde solution
Formol
Methyl aldehyde
Oxomethylene
Formic aldehyde
Paraform
Methanal
Brand Names
Formaldehyde
Forma-Ray
Root Canal Therapy
British Army Foot Pwr
T.R.U.E. Test Thin-Layer Rapid Use Patch Test
Formalaz
Formadon
Indication
Use for drying skin before or after surgical removal of warts or where dryness is required.
Categories
Aldehydes
Anti-Infective Agents
Anti-Infective Agents, Local
Cell-mediated Immunity
Compounds used in a research, industrial, or household setting
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