Formaldehyde

Formaldehyde is a gas with the chemical formula CH2O and belongs to the class of aldehydes that generally do not contain a carboxyl group. This gas, which is colorless and has a pungent odor, is a water-soluble compound.

Usage areas:
Formaldehyde has a wide range of uses as an industrial chemical. These areas include the wood processing industry, textile industry, plastic production, paint industry, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. It is also used to preserve tissue samples in biology laboratories.

Health Effects:
Formaldehyde is known as a strong irritant that can cause adverse effects on human health. It can especially damage the respiratory system and skin.

Respiratory Problems: When formaldehyde gas is inhaled, it can irritate the respiratory tract. This can cause breathing problems, cough, and shortness of breath, especially with prolonged exposure. Its effects may be more pronounced in individuals with respiratory problems such as asthma.

Skin Irritation: Formaldehyde can cause skin redness, itching and irritation when it comes into contact with the skin. This effect may occur especially as a result of long-term contact with products containing formaldehyde.

Long Term Effects:
There are concerns about the carcinogenic effects of formaldehyde in the event of long-term exposure. Therefore, it is important to avoid long-term and high levels of use of products containing formaldehyde.

Regulations and Controls:
Many countries have legal standards and restrictions that regulate the use of potentially harmful chemicals such as formaldehyde. As a company, it is important to ensure compliance with these regulations during the production of products and to offer safe products to consumers.