Agricultural Chemicals

Formaldehyde 38/6.5% Methanol IBC

Formaldehyde 38/6.5%, it takes the form of a colourless gas synthesized by the oxidization of methanol, it has a distinct, pungent odour. Because formaldehyde polymerises spontaneously into paraformaldehyde, it is usually stored as an aqueous solution to prevent this. Formaldehyde has many uses, industrially, it is a common precursor to more complex compounds and materials. It is used in the production of urea formaldehyde resin, melamine resin, phenol formaldehyde resin, polyoxymethylene plastics. It is also used in the textile industry to produce finishers to make fabrics crease-resistant. As an aqueous solution, Formaldehyde 38/6.5% can be used as a disinfectant, it is known to kill most bacteria and fungi, including their spores. Formaldehyde allows fertiliser to slowly release nitrogen over time, which is necessary for plant growth. It can also be used in building materials such as plywood, particleboard and other pressed wood products.   Please click here to view our delivery information and costs.