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Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde)
Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde) (Product Code: SCI-517/223) is an analytical reagent grade aldehyde, supplied as a liquid, used to preserve biological specimens and to demonstrate aldehyde reactions in college, school and museum laboratories. The 250 ml pack comes with an MSDS; its concentration is not stated in the listing and is confirmed on enquiry. It is supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India.
Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Other name | Formic aldehyde (methanal) |
| Grade | Analytical reagent |
| Pack size | 250 ml |
| Concentration | Not stated in the listing; ask us to confirm before ordering |
| MSDS | Supplied with the pack |
| Shelf life | Shelf life depends on the chemical, its grade and storage conditions; ask us for the expiry date of the batch you are quoted. |
| Product code | SCI-517/223 |
| Supplied by | Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India |
What Is Formaldehyde Used For?
Diluted with water, formaldehyde solution (formalin) fixes and preserves plant and animal specimens for biology museums, zoology practicals and dissection classes. It cross-links proteins so that tissues keep their shape and resist decay, which is why preserved specimen collections in biology labs across India rely on it. Specimens are usually fixed first and then kept in sealed jars of the diluted solution.
In organic chemistry, formaldehyde is the simplest aldehyde. It produces a silver mirror with Tollens’ reagent and a red precipitate with Fehling’s solution, and it is the starting point for discussing condensation resins made with phenol or urea. It is toxic, strongly irritating to the eyes, skin and airways, a skin sensitiser and a recognised human carcinogen, so open and dilute it only in a fume cupboard, wear chemical-resistant gloves and goggles, and store it closed in a cool, ventilated cabinet.
Supplier
Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited, trading as ScienceLab, supplies Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde) from Ambala, Haryana, to biology and chemistry departments that also need specimen containers and protective equipment. One enquiry can cover the reagent, the jars and the gloves. See the ScienceLab profile page for company details.
Related Laboratory Equipment
Specimen preservation and aldehyde tests with Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde) also need:
- Specimen Container, PP — holds preserved specimens in the diluted solution.
- Silver Nitrate — used to prepare Tollens’ reagent for the silver mirror test.
- Fume Cupboard, Ductless — draws vapour away while the liquid is opened and diluted.
- Gloves, Chemical Resistant — protect hands from an irritant, sensitising liquid.
- Formalin — a separately listed preserving solution to compare before ordering.
See the Laboratory Equipment category for more reagents and biology supplies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde) the same as formalin?
Formalin is the common name for a water solution of formaldehyde, which is how Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde) is normally handled in laboratories. The concentration of this 250 ml analytical reagent listing is not stated, so ask us to confirm it before you plan dilutions for specimen work.
What is Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde) used for in teaching labs?
Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde) is used, after dilution, to fix and preserve biological specimens, and in chemistry to demonstrate aldehyde reactions such as the Tollens’ silver mirror and Fehling’s tests. College courses also use it to explain how formaldehyde resins form with phenol and urea.
What safety precautions does formaldehyde need?
Formaldehyde is toxic, irritates the eyes, skin and airways, can cause skin allergy and is classified as a human carcinogen. Use Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde) only in a fume cupboard or well-ventilated room with gloves and goggles, keep containers sealed, and follow the MSDS supplied with each pack.
What is the shelf life of Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde)?
Shelf life depends on the chemical, its grade and storage conditions, so no fixed period is quoted for Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde). Ask us for the expiry date of the batch you are quoted, and keep the bottle tightly capped in a cool, ventilated chemical cabinet.
Who supplies Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde)?
Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, Haryana, supplies Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde) to schools, colleges, museums and dealers in India and international markets. Because it is a hazardous liquid, share the delivery location early so that shipping options can be confirmed with the quotation.
Request a Quote
Request a Formaldehyde (Formic Aldehyde) quotation by giving the number of 250 ml bottles, the concentration you need and your delivery address on our contact page. Specimen jars and gloves can be added to the same enquiry cart so everything is priced together.
Last updated: 24 September 2026
