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. BromopHenolblue pH Indicator Solution 25 ML, Ea/1
    Manufacturer: Lovibond Tintometer Group
    Lovibond® Bromophenol Blue pH Indicator, Solution 25 ml (1 per EA)
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    $31.40
  2. Sodium Chloride, 0.1N (0.1M), 1L, Poly Bottle
    Manufacturer: LabChem
    Shelf Life (months): 24, Traceable to NIST, UN Number: (1 per EA)
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    was $74.90 Special Price $56.17
  3. CAN Solution (5 mL sample, 1 drop = 40 ppm NaNO₂), 2 oz, Dropper Bottle
    Manufacturer: Taylor Technologies
    CAN Solution (5 mL sample, 1 drop = 40 ppm NaNO₂), 2 oz, Dropper Bottle (1 per EA)
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    was $13.09 Special Price $10.00
  4. Bromothymol Blue 0.04% (Aq), 125ML, Poly Bottle
    Manufacturer: LabChem
    Shelf Life (months): 24, , UN Number: (1 per EA)
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    was $23.10 Special Price $17.32
  5. Congo Red Indicator 0.1% (Aq), 125ML, Poly Bottle
    Manufacturer: LabChem
    Shelf Life (months): 24, , UN Number: (1 per EA)
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    was $24.00 Special Price $18.00
  6. Sodium Hydroxide 50% W/W, 500ML, Poly Bottle
    Manufacturer: LabChem
    Shelf Life (months): , Traceable to NIST, UN Number: UN1824 (1 per EA)
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    was $45.20 Special Price $34.77
  7. Vario Dpd Free, F5 100 Pack, Ea/1
    Manufacturer: Lovibond Tintometer Group
    Direct Replacement for Hach P/N 1407799. (1 per EA )
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    $23.92
  8. Sulfuric Acid, 1 N, 1.00 L Poly natural
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Sulfuric Acid, 1 N, 1.00 L Poly natural (1 per EA )
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    was $33.00 Special Price $24.84
  9. Vario Cu1, F10 100 Pack, Ea/1
    Manufacturer: Lovibond Tintometer Group
    Direct Replacement for Hach P/N 2105869. (1 per EA )
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    $59.49
  10. Ferroin Indicator, .75 oz, Dropper Bottle
    Manufacturer: Taylor Technologies
    Ferroin Indicator, .75 oz, Dropper Bottle (1 per EA)
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    was $16.99 Special Price $12.97
  11. Vario Ammonia Salicylate, F5 50 Pack, Ea/1
    Manufacturer: Lovibond Tintometer Group
    Direct Replacement for Hach P/N 2395266. (1 per EA )
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    $45.24
  12. Vario Dpd Total, F10 100 Pack
    Manufacturer: Lovibond Tintometer Group
    Lovibond VARIO DPD Total Chlorine Reagent, F10, 100 ct. The fast and easy use of VARIO Powder Packs has made them extremely popular for water testing applications in many countries throughout the world. The Lovibond Powder Pack programmed provides more e (100 per PK )
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    $28.00
  13. Vario Ammonia Cyanurate, F5 50 Pack, Ea/1
    Manufacturer: Lovibond Tintometer Group
    Direct Replacement for Hach P/N 2395466. (1 per EA )
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    $29.74
  14. Hydrochloric Acid, 0.05N (0.05M), 4L, Poly Bottle
    Manufacturer: LabChem
    Shelf Life (months): 24, Traceable to NIST, UN Number: (1 per EA)
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    was $88.10 Special Price $28.08
  15. Buffer Rinse Solution, In Portable Pouch), Reagent, 1kg
    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.

    (20 per CS )
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    $128.40
  16. Isopropyl Alcohol, 70% - 2L
    Manufacturer: Corechem
    Synonyms: Isopropyl Alcohol Industrial Grade / Technical Grade, Isopropanol, IPA, Propan-2-ol , 2-Propanol, Dimethyl Carbinol, Rubbing Alcohol Description: Isopropyl Alcohol 99% (IPA) is a highly functional alcohol solvent, with a useful combination of attributes: IPA is a non-toxic alcohol. As a solvent, it has the rare ability to be miscible with, or go into, both water and oil. IPA is relatively economical. It is an antiseptic. In appearance, IPA is a clear liquid with a slight odor. Usually, industrial applications use industrial grade (technical grade) IPA. However, laboratories and QA applications often use Isopropyl Alcohol 99% ACS Reagent. Reagent grade product has been purified to remove common constituents that may be present in industrial grade material. Applications: Isopropyl Alcohol 99% has a number of industrial applications. Commonly, it is used in paints & coatings, and as a cleaning solvent. Paints & Coatings: IPA is used as a diluent, holding the resin in suspension. It has a medium to slow rate of evaporation which lends itself well to this application. Cleaning Solvent: IPA effectively cleans off inks, adhesives, oils, gums, gasoline, grease, and etc. Sticky particles can be easily wiped away as they are brought into a solution. IPA leaves no film behind. Extractant: IPA extracts oils from plant fiber. Antiseptic Cleaner: IPA is used as an antiseptic cleaner in applications that require a non-toxic disinfectant. For example, if bleach were used in a greenhouse, the plants would be destroyed. Safety: Keep IPA away from ignition sources, as it is flammable. Store it in a well ventilated area, with the lid tightly closed to avoid product evaporation. IPA can cause skin irritation. You should avoid contact with the product and its vapors. Please see Isopropyl Alcohol 99% Safety Data Sheet for full safety and compatibility information. Packaging Options: Isopropyl Alcohol 99% comes in standard package sizes of: 4 gal cases, 33 lb (5 gal) pails, 362 lb (55 gal) drums, 1970 lb (300 gal) totes, and full bulk tank trucks. We also offer many options for product customization, see Services. Additionally, we carry a standard dilution, see Isopropyl Alcohol 70%. (1 per EA )
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    was $26.50 Special Price $19.17
  17. Calcium Buffer, 2 oz, Dropper Bottle
    Manufacturer: Taylor Technologies
    Calcium Buffer, 2 oz, Dropper Bottle (1 per EA)
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    was $14.72 Special Price $11.25
  18. IPA/Hexane, 60:40 v/v, 10.00 L Metal Can
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    IPA/Hexane, 60:40 v/v, 10.00 L Metal Can (1 per EA )
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    was $389.00 Special Price $291.60
  19. Hydrogen Peroxide, 34% w/w, Technical, 1 gal
    Manufacturer: 710 Spirits Rocky Mtn Reagents
    Assay: ?34% (1 per EA)
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    $29.10
  20. Silver Nitrate, 0.74% w/v Solution, 100 mL, Glass w/ Dropper
    Manufacturer: 710 Spirits Rocky Mtn Reagents
    Silver Nitrate, 0.74% w/v Solution, 100 mL, Glass w/ Dropper (1 per EA)
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    $19.90
  21. Nitric Acid, 1 Normal, 1 L, Amber Glass
    Manufacturer: 710 Spirits Rocky Mtn Reagents
    ADD LW1100-056 (1L DOT ACID PACKER) N/1 (1 M) (1 per EA)
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    $26.20
  22. Butyl Carbitol™, 20% w/w, 1.00 L Glass amber
    Manufacturer: Reagents Inc
    Butyl Carbitol™, 20% w/w, 1.00 L Glass amber (1 per EA )
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    was $100.00 Special Price $74.52
  23. Sulfuric Acid N, gal
    Manufacturer: Taylor Technologies
    Sulfuric Acid N, gal (1 per EA )
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    was $62.51 Special Price $55.92
  24. Iodine, Lugol'S, 5%, 1L, Amber Glass
    Manufacturer: LabChem
    Shelf Life (months): 24, Traceable to NIST, UN Number: (1 per EA)
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    was $80.30 Special Price $60.22
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