Formaldehyde 4L | Veterinary Laboratory Chemical & Tissue Fixative

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πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Veterinary-Grade Β Β·Β  OTC β€” No Prescription Required Β Β·Β  Made in Canada

Professional-strength 37% Formaldehyde solution for commercial livestock footbaths, aggressive barn biosecurity, and laboratory tissue preservation. The gold standard herd treatment for structural hoof health β€” a powerful tissue hardener that eliminates deep-seated, moisture-loving pasture bacteria before lameness sets in.

Commercial-grade Formalin in a 4 L industrial jug. The industry-standard choice for managing herd-wide hoof breakdown in dairy and beef operations. Also the recognized fixative for veterinary histopathology and post-mortem specimen preservation. Hazardous chemical β€” full PPE mandatory. Review the SDS before use.

βœ… Who This Is For

πŸ„ Commercial dairy and beef producers running formalin footbath programs for digital dermatitis, hoof rot, and foot scald prevention
πŸ” Poultry and swine operations requiring high-potency facility disinfection for farrowing crates and transport trailers
πŸ”¬ Veterinary diagnostic labs fixing tissue specimens for histopathology and post-mortem examination
πŸ₯ Veterinary compounding pharmacies sourcing pharmaceutical-grade formaldehyde for custom preparations

🐾 Footbath Mixing Guide

Always add formaldehyde to water β€” never add water to the chemical. Use in a well-ventilated area with full PPE. Consult your veterinarian for the appropriate concentration and protocol for your herd.
Concentration Per 100 L water Typical Use
3–5% 3–5 L formaldehyde Routine hoof hardening and digital dermatitis prevention
5–8% 5–8 L formaldehyde Active hoof rot or digital dermatitis treatment under veterinary direction

Concentrations above 8% may cause tissue irritation. Always follow your veterinarian’s protocol.

πŸ”¬ Other Veterinary & Agricultural Applications

🏠 Heavy-Duty Facility Biosecurity

High-potency disinfectant wash for commercial poultry houses, farrowing crates, and livestock transport trailers. Eradicates persistent viruses, fungi, and bacterial spores.

🧫 Clinical Specimen Fixative

Standard laboratory fixative for preserving veterinary tissue samples and pathological specimens for diagnostic evaluation. Typically used as 10% buffered formalin.

πŸ§ͺ Pharmaceutical Compounding

Recognized laboratory chemical for veterinary compounding pharmacies preparing custom formulations and topical preparations.

πŸ“¦ Product Details

Concentration
37% Formaldehyde solution by weight (Formalin)
Volume
4 L industrial safety jug
Regulatory Status
OTC β€” No prescription required
Storage
Cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Keep tightly sealed.
Manufacturer
Dominion Veterinary Laboratories Ltd. β€” Winnipeg, MB, Canada (Est. 1946)
⚠️ Hazardous Chemical β€” Mandatory Safety Requirements
  • For professional, industrial, and agricultural use only. Keep out of reach of children.
  • Full PPE mandatory β€” chemical-resistant gloves, eye protection, and respiratory protection before any handling or dilution.
  • Avoid inhalation of vapours. Use only in exceptionally well-ventilated areas or with local exhaust ventilation.
  • Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Flush immediately with large amounts of water if contact occurs.
  • Flammable β€” keep away from open flames, sparks, and heat sources.
  • Refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for complete hazard, handling, and disposal information before use.