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density
0.723 g/cm3
application(s)
hematology
histology
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, Aligned
storage temp.
2-8°C
General description
Compatible with all tissue processors. May not be compatible with all permanent mounting media.
Application
Xylene Substitute has been used to dewax or de-paraffinize the specimen sections after the staining process.We are committed to bringing you Greener Alternative Products, which adhere to one or more of The 12 Principles of Greener Chemistry. This product has Inherently Safer Chemistry, compared to the standard use of formalin for tissue processing. For more information see www.sigmaaldrich.com/catalog/papers/19608083.
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Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
Hazard Classifications
Asp. Tox. 1 - Flam. Liq. 2
Storage Class Code
3 - Flammable liquids
WGK
WGK 2
Flash Point(F)
63.0 °F - closed cup
Flash Point(C)
17.2 °C - closed cup
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