Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5%

Name: Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001865

About Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5%

Formamide (CAS 75-12-7) is a specialty grade solvent offered by Vaqora Chemicals (Molecular Biology grade), specified at 99.5% purity. The compound has the formula CH3NO, corresponding to a molecular weight of 45.04 g/mol. It is also known as Amide C1 or Formic amide.

In its supplied form it is a colourless liquid. Key physical data: a melting point of 2-3 °C and a density of 1.13. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include nucleic acid extraction, molecular biology workflows and protein precipitation. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Standard pack sizes are 500 mL, 1 L and 4 x 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Nucleic acid extraction
Molecular biology workflows
Protein precipitation

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5%
Catalogue No.	VQ-001865
CAS Number	75-12-7
IUPAC name	formamide
Molecular formula	CH₃NO
Molecular weight	45.04 g/mol
Exact mass	45.0215
Grade	Molecular Biology
Purity / assay	99.5%
HSN code	29241900
InChIKey	ZHNUHDYFZUAESO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(=O)N
PubChem CID	713

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Melting point	2-3 °C
Density	1.13
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	43.1 Å²
Synonyms	Amide C1, Formic amide, Methanamide, Formimidic acid, Formic acid, amide, Methanoic acid, amide, Amid kyseliny mravenci, Methanimidic acid, Formamide (deionizde), HCONH2, Carbamaldehyde, Methanamide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Precautionary statements: P203, P280, P318, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 75-12-7

Synthesis

Formamide, 98%

CAS: 75-12-7
Formula: CH₃NO
MW: 45.04 g/mol

VQ-002008

Spectroscopy

Formamide, for UV spectroscopy

CAS: 75-12-7
Formula: CH₃NO
MW: 45.04 g/mol

VQ-001866

AR

Formamide, GR 99%

CAS: 75-12-7
Formula: CH₃NO
MW: 45.04 g/mol

VQ-001799

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5%?

The CAS Registry Number of Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5% is 75-12-7. It is also known as Amide C1, Formic amide, Methanamide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5%?

Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5% has the molecular formula CH3NO and a molecular weight of 45.04 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is formamide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5% can I order?

We supply Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5% in Molecular Biology (99.5%) grade, in 500 mL, 1 L, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5%?

Yes. Every lot of Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Formamide, for molecular biology, 99.5% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.