Formic Acid 88% – HCOOH | CAS 64-18-6

Product Overview

Formic acid is a colorless, fuming liquid with a pungent odor and strong acidic character. At 88% concentration, it serves as a highly effective reagent for organic synthesis, pH adjustment, and industrial-scale processing. Naturally occurring in some insects and plants, formic acid is known for its strong reducing and antimicrobial properties. This concentrated form is widely used in textile dyeing, leather tanning, electroplating, and as a preservative in agriculture.

Formic acid is the simplest carboxylic acid, containing a single carbon. Occurs naturally in various sources including the venom of bee and ant stings, and is a useful organic synthetic reagent. Principally used as a preservative and antibacterial agent in livestock feed. Induces severe metabolic acidosis and ocular injury in human subjects. It has a role as an antibacterial agent, a protic solvent, a metabolite, a solvent and an astringent. It is a conjugate acid of a formate.

Key Industries

• Chemical Manufacturing – Used in the synthesis of formate salts, esters, and as a reducing agent
• Textiles & Fibers – Applied in dyeing processes and pH adjustment of fabrics
• Leather & Tanning – Used for pickling and preserving hides
• Pharmaceuticals – Functions as an intermediate in drug synthesis and formylation reactions
• Agriculture – Acts as a silage preservative and antibacterial agent in feed applications
• Electroplating & Metal Treatment – Employed for pH control, cleaning, and brightening baths
• Water Treatment – Used in descaling and specialty acid-cleaning formulations
• Laboratory & Research – Commonly used in chromatography, titration, and synthetic procedures

Packaging Options

Product is available in a variety of packaging sizes to meet both small-scale laboratory and large-scale industrial needs. Custom volumes and container types are available upon request, ensuring flexibility for your application and storage requirements.