Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Eastman Formic Acid 85%

Eastman Formic Acid 85% is a high-purity, stabilized aqueous solution from Eastman’s specialty chemical portfolio. Designed for industrial applications including leather tanning, textile dyeing, and silage preservation, it offers consistent reactivity, low metal content, and reliable handling safety. Supplied in bulk or drum formats, this premium-grade formic acid meets stringent global quality standards and supports sustainable manufacturing processes across diverse sectors.
  • eastman formic acid 85_5a0f0169
  • eastman formic acid 85_5a0f0169

Features Of Eastman Formic Acid 85%

  1. High-purity 85% aqueous solution with consistent batch-to-batch quality and low levels of key impurities (e.g., iron, sulfate, and aldehydes).

  2. Optimized for stability and handling safety—formulated with corrosion inhibitors to reduce degradation in carbon steel storage systems.

  3. Low volatility profile compared to anhydrous formic acid, supporting safer transport, storage, and on-site dosing in industrial processes.

  4. Readily biodegradable and compatible with wastewater treatment systems, supporting sustainable process design.

  5. Manufactured under strict ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified processes, ensuring regulatory compliance and traceability.

Typical Applications Of Eastman Formic Acid 85%

  1. Animal feed preservative and antimicrobial agent in silage and compound feed formulations.

  2. pH adjuster and catalyst in textile dyeing, leather tanning, and fiber processing operations.

  3. Intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals (e.g., formate esters, formamides).

  4. Chelating agent and cleaning additive in metal surface treatment and electronics-grade rinse solutions.

  5. Co-catalyst in esterification and amidation reactions within specialty polymer production.

Specifications Of Eastman Formic Acid 85%

Chemical TypeOrganic acid (aqueous solution)
Product FormLiquid, clear, colorless to pale yellow
Formic Acid Content (w/w %)84.0–86.0%
AppearanceClear, mobile liquid; no visible particulates or phase separation
Density at 20°C1.20–1.22 g/cm³
pH (10% aqueous solution)2.0–2.3
Iron (Fe) Content≤ 1 ppm
Residue on Evaporation≤ 0.05%


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