HT501640

Formalin solution, neutral buffered, 10%

histological tissue fixative

• Synonym(s): Formaldehyde, Methanal
• MDL number: MFCD00003274
• UNSPSC Code: 12352114
• PubChem Substance ID: 24895891
• NACRES: NA.47

Properties

• Quality Level: 200
• concentration: 10% formalin (approx. 4% formaldehyde)
• color: colorless
• pH: 6.90-7.10
• density: 1.080 g/cm³
• application(s): hematology; histology
• storage temp.: room temp
• InChI: 1S/CH2O/c1-2/h1H2
• InChI key: WSFSSNUMVMOOMR-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

General description

Formalin solution, neutral buffered, 10% is the most commonly used fixative for light microscopy. It requires a relatively short period of fixation. It is suitable for the long-term storage of tissue. Once properly fixed, the tissue should be able to withstand the subsequent stages of tissue processing or staining. 10% NBF is well suited for large throughput laboratories, and requires a relatively short period of fixation, but can also be used for the long-term storage of tissue. Formalin fixation is thought to form between the aldehydes and the proteins, creating a gel, thus retaining cellular constituents in their in vivo relationship.

Application

Formalin solution, neutral buffered, 10% has been used as a popular general purpose histological fixative.It helps to preserve tissue samples by preventing decay and maintaining their molecular integrity.

Popular general purpose histological fixative.

Packaging

Item is packaged in a 20 L Cubitainer consisting of a plastic bladder inside of a cardboard box with an attached spigot.

Physical form

Neutral buffered solution

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS08,GHS07
• Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements: H302 + H332,H317,H341,H350
• Precautionary Statements: P202 - P280 - P301 + P312 - P302 + P352 - P304 + P340 + P312 - P308 + P313
• Hazard Classifications: Acute Tox. 4 Inhalation - Acute Tox. 4 Oral - Carc. 1B - Muta. 2 - Skin Sens. 1
• WGK: WGK 3
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves