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Identification
- Name:
- formaldehyde
- Synonyms:
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- formaldehido (concentracion 90 por 100)
- formaldehido ...%
- formol
- CAS:
- 50-00-0
- EC/EINECS:
- 200-001-8
- Molecular Formula:
- CH2O
- International Chemical Safety Card (ICSC):
- 0275@0695
- Uses:
- adhesive degreaser disinfectant solvent lubricant cooling agent cleaner waterproofing agent preservative biocide Wood preservative fungicide hardener pesticide microbiocidal
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELLING (Regulation 1272/2008)
Symbols
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Corrosive to metals
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Acute toxicity (oral, dermal, inhalation)
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Respiratory sensitisation
H Phrases
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H350 : May cause cancer
Carc. (Cat. 1B) : Carcinogenicity
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H341 : Suspected of causing genetic defects
Muta. (Cat. 2) : Germ cell mutagenicity
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H301 : Toxic if swallowed
Acute Tox. (Cat. 3*) : Acute toxicity
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H311 : Toxic in contact with skin
Acute Tox. (Cat. 3*) : Acute toxicity
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H331 : Toxic if inhaled
Acute Tox. (Cat. 3*) : Acute toxicity
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H314 : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Skin Corr. (Cat. 1B) : Skin corrosion/irritation
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H317 : May cause an allergic skin reaction
Skin Sens. (Cat. 1) : Respiratory/skin sensitization
Notes
- R.1272-Note B
- R.1272-Note D
Labelling
| Concentration | Labelling |
|---|---|
| C >= 25 % | Corr. cut., 1B; H314 |
| Irrit. cut., 2; H315 | |
| 5 % <= C < 25 % | |
| Irrit. oc., 2; H319 | |
| 5 % <= C < 25 % | |
| C >= 5 % | STOT única, 3; H335 |
| C >= 0,2 % | Sens. cut., 1; H317 |
Specific health risks
As per IARC ?
Substances classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC/WHO) according to their evidence of carcinogenicity in humans. Groups range from 1 (proven human carcinogen) to 4 (probably not carcinogenic to humans). The IARC classification is an international reference in occupational and environmental health.
As per other sources
List generated from dn_risc_sustancias_cancer_otras
Carcinogens and mutagens (IARC) ?
Substances classified as carcinogens or mutagens Category 2 under the CLP Regulation (GHS), bearing H351 and/or H341 phrases. These are substances suspected of causing cancer or heritable genetic mutations in humans.
Carcinogens (other sources) ?
Substances classified as carcinogens or mutagens Category 3 under the Dangerous Preparations Directive criteria (pre-CLP). Substances with limited evidence or indications of carcinogenicity or mutagenicity.
Neurotoxic substances ?
Occupational Exposure Limits (OEL) ?
Daily exposure limit values (VLA-ED) published by the Spanish National Institute of Safety and Health at Work (INSST). They represent the average concentration of a chemical agent in the worker's breathing zone, measured or calculated in a time-weighted manner for an 8-hour daily working period.
Specific environmental risks
Atmospheric emissions ?
Substances subject to atmospheric emission limitations under the Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and its Spanish transposition. Includes pollutants regulated in industrial installation emission permits and best available technique reference documents (BAT/BREF).
ListVolatile organic compounds ?
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) regulated by Directive 1999/13/EC on the limitation of VOC emissions from certain activities, and by Royal Decrees 117/2003 and 227/2006. Substances contributing to tropospheric ozone formation that are subject to emission limits in industrial activities.
ListEnvironmental regulations
LPCIC (EPER)
Priority substances and specific pollutants within the EU water policy framework, established by the Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC) and the Priority Substances Directive (2008/105/EC and amendments). Substances posing significant risk to European surface waters and subject to Environmental Quality Standards (EQS).
EPER Air ?
Substances from List 2 of Annex III of the IPPC Directive (integrated into the Industrial Emissions Directive 2010/75/EU). Pollutants that may affect surface and groundwater bodies and must be considered in the integrated environmental authorisation of industrial installations.
ListMajor accident hazards (Seveso) ?
Hazardous substances listed in Annex I of the Seveso III Directive (Directive 2012/18/EU), transposed in Spain by Royal Decree 840/2015. Their presence in industrial establishments in quantities equal to or above established thresholds triggers obligations to implement major accident risk control measures.
ListRestriction/prohibition regulations
Substances under evaluation. CoRAP ?
Substances included in the Community Rolling Action Plan (CoRAP) of the REACH Regulation. These are substances selected for evaluation by EU Member States due to indications of risk to human health or the environment, with the aim of clarifying whether regulatory action is warranted.
Substances under evaluation. PACT ?
Substances under active regulatory monitoring through ECHA's PACT (Public Activities Coordination Tool). Allows tracking which regulatory authorities are examining a substance and what potential regulatory actions are being considered (restriction, SVHC identification, harmonised classification, etc.).
Banned biocides ?
Active substances whose approval for biocidal use has been denied or not renewed under Regulation (EU) No 528/2012 on biocidal products. They may not be placed on the market or used as active substances in biocidal products in the European Union.