| Description | Polynoxylin is an antiseptic. It is used for local treatment of the skin and the mouth. |
| Synonyms | Formaldehyde, urea polymer, Gabrite, Hygromull, HSDB 7203 |
| molecular weight | 90.08 |
| Molecular formula | C2H6N2O2 |
| CAS | 9011-05-6 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: Soluble |
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