| Section2 = | Section7 = }} Formamide, also known as methanamide, is an amide derived from formic acid. It is a clear liquid which is miscible with water and has an ammonia-like odor. It is used primarily for manufacturing sulfa drugs and synthesizing vitamins and as a softener for paper and fiber. In its pure form, it dissolves many ionic compounds that are insoluble in water, so it's also used as a solvent. Formamide is also a constituent of cryoprotectant vitrification mixtures used for cry… (More on Formamide)