Solutions are used in practically every lab, for a broad range of processes.  Lab Procurement Services carries an extensive collection of products to handle our customers' diverse requirements, including various titrimetric and other wet methods.  Please be sure to visit our pH Buffers category for all of your electrochemistry calibration needs, and our Beakers and Flasks collections to view our offerings of those essential items.

For pH buffers, check the pH value and the temperature it is stated at (most here are specified at 25 °C), the tolerance, and whether the lot is traceable to a reference standard if your quality system requires it. Color-coded buffers, such as red for pH 4, yellow for pH 7 and blue for pH 10, help avoid mix-ups during calibration. Sizes run from 500 mL bottles to 4 L bottles and 10 L and 20 L Cubitainers, so buy a size you will use before the expiration date. Electrode storage solution, offered in several sizes, keeps pH electrodes ready between uses.

Buffers and Solutions: common questions

What is 1,10-phenanthroline used for?

1,10-Phenanthroline is an organic compound that forms an intensely colored orange-red complex with ferrous iron, which is the basis of a common colorimetric method for measuring iron in water and other samples. The iron complex, known as ferroin, is also used as a redox indicator in titrations. It is sold as the monohydrate or anhydrous form, so check which one your method calls for.

How long do pH buffer solutions last once opened?

An unopened buffer is good until the manufacturer's expiration date. Once opened, buffers can change as they absorb carbon dioxide from the air or become contaminated, and alkaline buffers such as pH 10 are affected most. Pour what you need into a clean container, never return used buffer to the bottle, keep it capped, and replace it if calibration results drift.

What is the difference between a buffer and a reagent?

A buffer is a solution that resists changes in pH when small amounts of acid or base are added, usually a weak acid or base mixed with its salt. A reagent is any substance used to cause or measure a chemical reaction. Buffers are a kind of reagent used to hold pH steady in analyses, biological work and instrument calibration.

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  1. Sulfuric Acid, SVS Concentrate, To Prepare 2.0 N Solution, 1UNIT, CAS# 7664-93-9
    Manufacturer: Spectrum Chemical
    Sulfuric Acid, SVS Concentrate, To Prepare 2.0 N Solution - Spectrum's Standard Volumetric Solution (SVS) concentrate when diluted to 1 liter will yield a 2.0 N solution. Simply dilute the desired Standard Volumetric Solution concentrate to the specified volume (carefully following instructions provided with the package) and the resulting solution will have an exact Normality within 0.1%. Spectrum Standard Volumetric Solution concentrates are relied upon for fast, accurate results in life sciences and pharmaceutical quality control applications.

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  2. Sodium Hydride, 60 Percent Dispersion in Mineral Oil, 12kg, CAS# 7646-69-7
    Manufacturer: Spectrum Chemical
    Sodium Hydride, 60 Percent Dispersion in Mineral Oil, a chemical compound, can be used in organic synthesis as a strong base, as well as a drying agent to dry organic solvents. Ungraded products supplied by Spectrum are indicative of a grade suitable for general industrial use or research purposes and typically are not suitable for human consumption or therapeutic use.

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  3. Potassium Fluoride, 50% pH 8.3, 1.00 L Poly natural
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Potassium Fluoride, 50% pH 8.3, 1.00 L Poly natural (1 per EA )
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    was $150.00 Special Price $112.32
  4. Phenylhydrazine-Sulfuric Acid TS - 500mL
    Manufacturer: Dawn Scientific
    Phenylhydrazine-Sulfuric Acid TS - 500mL (1 per EA )
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    was $69.62 Special Price $67.88
  5. Phosphoric Acid, 5% w/w, 200.00 L Drum
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Phosphoric Acid, 5% w/w, 200.00 L Drum (1 per EA )
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    was $884.00 Special Price $663.12
  6. Nitric Acid, 10% w/v, 2.50 L Glass clear
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Nitric Acid, 10% w/v, 2.50 L Glass clear (1 per EA )
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    was $77.00 Special Price $57.24
  7. DPD Indicator Solution, 100.00 mL Glass amber
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    DPD Indicator Solution, 100.00 mL Glass amber (1 per EA )
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    was $73.00 Special Price $55.08
  8. Buffer Rinse Solution, In Portable Pouch, 20ml
    Manufacturer: Spectrum Chemical
    Buffer Rinse Solution, In Portable Pouch, a mixture of acid and its conjugate base, is used to prevent changes in the pH of a solution. These solutions are mainly utilized to keep pH at a constant value in a variety of chemical applications. Spectrum solutions utilize the highest quality raw materials appropriate to your product. Most raw materials meet or exceed the specifications established by the American Chemical Society. Where appropriate, many finished products are traceable to NIST Standard Reference Materials. Manufacturing, quality control testing, and packaging are all performed in Spectrum’s own facilities. Record keeping and sample retention of all produced lots ensure product consistency and complete traceability.

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  9. Trichloroacetic Acid, 85 Percent (w/v) Aqueous Solution, 1L, CAS# 76-03-9
    Manufacturer: Spectrum Chemical
    Trichloroacetic Acid, 85 Percent (w/v) Aqueous Solution and other TCA solutions are used, depending upon grade and purity, in biochemistry to help the precipitation of macromolecules, cosmetics, topical medication preparations and in the production of pesticides. Ungraded products supplied by Spectrum are indicative of a grade suitable for general industrial use or research purposes and typically are not suitable for human consumption or therapeutic use.

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    was $926.90 Special Price $754.21
  10. Borate Buffer, pH 10.5, 1.00 L Poly natural
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Borate Buffer, pH 10.5, 1.00 L Poly natural (1 per EA )
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    was $305.00 Special Price $228.96
  11. Potassium Permanganate, 0.1 N, 500.00 mL Glass amber
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Potassium Permanganate, 0.1 N, 500.00 mL Glass amber (1 per EA )
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    was $33.00 Special Price $24.84
  12. Hydrogen Peroxide Solution, 30 Percent, Reagent, ACS, 100mL, CAS# 7722-84-1
    Manufacturer: Spectrum Chemical
    Hydrogen Peroxide Solution, 30 Percent, Reagent, ACS, is the simplest peroxide, a strong oxidizer that appears as a clear and slightly viscous liquid. Its oxidizing properties are so strong that it is considered a highly reactive oxygen species. Due to it being a weak acid it can form hydroperoxide or peroxide salts. One of its biggest uses is in the treatment of drinking water, removing odors, organic materials and the amount of Hydrogen sulfides and Iron. As an ACS grade Reagent, Spectrum Chemical manufactured Hydrogen Peroxide is used as the quality standard against which other substances are graded and has met the toughest regulatory standards for quality and pureness.

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  13. Barium Chloride TS, (U.S.P. Test Solution), 100mL, CAS# 6383-70-6
    Manufacturer: Spectrum Chemical
    Barium Chloride TS, (U.S.P. Test Solution) is a ready-for-use solution for the purpose of conducting USP, National Formulary and assay tests and is prepared according to the specifications of the USP Pharmacopeial Convention.

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  14. Sodium Borate, 2% w/v, 1.00 L Poly natural
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Sodium Borate, 2% w/v, 1.00 L Poly natural (1 per EA )
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    was $155.00 Special Price $116.64
  15. Borate Buffer, pH 9.5, 500.00 mL Poly natural
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Borate Buffer, pH 9.5, 500.00 mL Poly natural (1 per EA )
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    was $57.00 Special Price $43.20
  16. Sodium Hydroxide, 17.5% w/v, 4.00 L Poly natural
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Sodium Hydroxide, 17.5% w/v, 4.00 L Poly natural (1 per EA )
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    was $172.00 Special Price $128.52
  17. Iodobromide TS - 500mL
    Manufacturer: Dawn Scientific
    Iodobromide TS - 500mL (1 per EA )
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    was $219.62 Special Price $214.13
  18. Sodium Metabisulfite, 10% w/v, 250.00 mL Poly natural
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Sodium Metabisulfite, 10% w/v, 250.00 mL Poly natural (1 per EA )
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    was $82.00 Special Price $61.56
  19. Buffer, Hydrion(R), Dry, pH 10.00 +/- 0.02
    Manufacturer: Spectrum Chemical
    Buffer, Hydrion(R), Dry, pH 10.00 +/- 0.02 (1 per EA )
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    $91.15
  20. Vario Molybdenum 1 Lr Reagent, 20 ML 100 Pack, Ea/1
    Manufacturer: Lovibond Tintometer Group
    Direct Replacement for Hach P/N 2352449. (1 per EA )
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    $38.58
  21. Hydrogen Peroxide, 35% w/w, 20.00 L Winpak blue
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Hydrogen Peroxide, 35% w/w, 20.00 L Winpak blue (1 per EA )
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    was $300.00 Special Price $224.64
  22. Locke-Ringer's TS - 100mL
    Manufacturer: Dawn Scientific
    Locke-Ringer's TS - 100mL (1 per EA )
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    was $79.62 Special Price $77.63
  23. Hyamine Solution 0.004 M (N), 4.00 L Poly natural
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Hyamine Solution 0.004 M (N), 4.00 L Poly natural (1 per EA )
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    was $179.00 Special Price $133.92
  24. Ammonium Hydroxide, 25% v/v, 4.00 L Poly natural
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Ammonium Hydroxide, 25% v/v, 4.00 L Poly natural (1 per EA )
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    was $148.00 Special Price $111.24
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