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Uses of methanoic acid

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Firstly we have to know what is methanoic acid

What is methanoic acid:

The methanoic acid also called as "Formic acid"

It is the simplest carboxylic acid

Chemical formula for methanoic acid:

1.HCOOH

Uses of methanoic acid:

1.It is used to process organic latex into raw rubber.

2.Beekeepers use formic acid as a miticide against the Varroa mite.

3.It is of minor importance in the textile industry and for the tanning of leather.

4.Some format esters are artificial flavorings or perfumes.

5.It is the active ingredient in some brands of household limescale remover.

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