Topic: Formic acid

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MSDS Name: Formic acid
Synonyms: Methanoic acid; Hydrogen carboxylic acid; Aminic acid; Formylic acid.
CAS No:992-98-3
Molecular Structure:
  First Aid Measures :
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. 
Skin: Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. 
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Get medical aid immediately. Call a poison control center. 
Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do not use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. 
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively
  Handling and Storage:
Handling: Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.  Storage: Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a dry area. Corrosives area. Keep refrigerated. (Store below 4/39.) Do not store in metal containers. Concentrated formic acid will slowly decompose to carbon monoxide at room temperature resulting in increased pressure if containers are sealed or unvented.