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HYDRANAL Formamide Dry 34724 – Solubilizer for Karl Fischer Titration

Product Description

HYDRANAL Formamide Dry 34724 is a high-purity solubilizer designed for use in Karl Fischer (KF) titration systems. With excellent miscibility in water and organic solvents, it serves as a crucial auxiliary reagent, enabling accurate water content determination in complex matrices. Also known as Formamide, Amide C1, or Formic amide, this colorless liquid ensures reliable performance in analytical laboratories. It is part of the trusted Hydranal™ product line and is suitable for both volumetric and coulometric KF applications.

Features

1. high boiling point stability
   The boiling point of 210 °C allows it to remain stable under typical laboratory conditions and in high-precision titrations.

2. wide miscibility
   Completely miscible in water and most organic solvents, making it versatile for use with diverse sample types.

3. low vapor pressure
   Ensures minimal evaporation during use, enhancing measurement consistency and reagent lifespan.

4. safe handling range
   High flashpoint of 175 °C and low volatility contribute to safer handling and storage in laboratory environments.

5. kf titration optimized
   Specially formulated to improve the solubility of water in non-aqueous samples, increasing the accuracy of KF titration.

6. chemically compatible
   Avoids reactivity with most substances except oxidizing agents, ensuring broad usability and safety.

Applications

• analytical chemistry: used as a solubilizer in KF titration for water determination in polar and non-polar compounds

• pharmaceutical industry: supports moisture analysis in drug substances and excipients

• petrochemical sector: enables accurate titration in oil-based and polymeric samples

• food and beverage industry: assists in determining water content in emulsifiers, fats, and food additives

• specialty chemicals: used for titrating compounds with poor water solubility

• academic and r&d labs: widely used in research settings for precise water content testing in complex mixtures

Specifications

suitability for kf titration: test passed
boiling point/range: 210 °c (1.013 hpa)
color: colorless
density: 1.133 g/cm³ (20 °c)
flashpoint: 175 °c
form: liquid
grade: auxiliaries for kf titration
melting point/range: 1 – 3 °c
partition coefficient: -0.82 (25 °c)
solubility: completely miscible in water and most organic solvents
vapor pressure: 0.08 hpa (20 °c)
viscosity: 3.75 mpa.s (20 °c)
pH value: 4.0 – 5.0 (20 °c)
explosion limits: lower 2.7% (v) / upper 19% (v)
incompatible materials: oxidizing agents
storage temperature: room temperature

Safety Information

ghs classification:
ghs08 – health hazard

precautionary statements:
obtain special instructions before use
do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
do not breathe dust, fumes, gas, mist, vapors, or spray
wear appropriate protective equipment

hazard class: 1

Conclusion

HYDRANAL Formamide Dry 34724 is an essential auxiliary reagent in KF titration, enhancing the solubility of challenging samples and contributing to precise moisture analysis. Its chemical stability, high boiling point, and excellent miscibility make it ideal for demanding analytical applications across industries. This formulation ensures safe, consistent, and accurate performance in laboratories that rely on high-quality titration processes.