Property |
Specification |
Test Method |
Appearance |
Clear, colorless liquid |
Visual |
Formaldehyde Content (as HCHO) |
Typically 37% w/w (can vary depending on grade) |
Titrimetry or Gravimetry |
Methanol Content (if applicable) |
10% w/w (typical for stabilized solutions) |
Gas Chromatography |
Density (at 20°C) |
~1.10 g/mL (typical for 37% solution) |
Density meter |
pH |
Slightly acidic (typically 3.0 – 4.0) |
Potentiometry |
Freezing Point |
Range (depends on concentration) |
Freezing Point Apparatus |
Non-volatile Residue |
Max 0.1% |
Gravimetry |
Formic Acid |
Max 0.1% |
Titrimetry |