Chemicals for Science Education
Chemicals for science education are available in easy-to-use formats with instructions for students to be introduced to a variety of subjects. These chemicals can be purchased in individual amounts or bulk kits for compatibility with classroom-sized demonstrations or independent studies. Products are designed for educational and teaching laboratories, and may or may not come with a certificate of analysis when ordered.
Potassium Bromide
CAS Number: 7758-02-3
Formula Weight: 119.01
Formula: KBr
Density (g/mL): 2.749
Boiling Point (°C): 1435
Freezing Point (°C): 760
Solubility: Water and Alcohol
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Green
Lead(II) Acetate Trihydrate
CAS Number: 6080-56-4
Formula Weight: 379.34
Formula: Pb(CH3COO)2·3H2O
Hazard Info: Toxic, Irritant, Carcinogen
Density (g/mL): 2.55
Boiling Point (°C): 280
Freezing Point (°C): 75
Solubility: Water and Glycerin
Synonyms: Lead Acetate
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Blue
Sodium Nitrate
CAS Number: 7631-99-4
Formula Weight: 84.99
Formula: NaNO3
Hazard Info: Oxidizer, Explosive, Toxic
Density (g/mL): 2.261
Freezing Point (°C): 307
Solubility: Water and Alcohol
Synonyms: Nitrate of Soda, Chile Saltpeter
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Yellow
Potassium Iodate
CAS Number: 7758-05-6
Formula Weight: 214.00
Formula: KIO3
Hazard Info: Oxidizer, Toxic
Density (g/mL): 3.98
Solubility: Water and Dilute Sulfuric Acid
Synonyms: Iodic Acid, Potassium Salt
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Yellow
Sodium Sulfite
CAS Number: 7757-83-7
Formula Weight: 126.04
Formula: Na2SO3
Hazard Info: Irritant
Density (g/mL): 1.4
Solubility: Water
Synonyms: Sulfurous Acid, Disodium Salt; Disodium Sulfite; Sodium Sulphite
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Green
Sodium Thiosulfate, Anhydrous
CAS Number: 7772-98-7
Formula Weight: 158.11
Formula: Na2S2O3
Density (g/mL): 1.667
Boiling Point (°C): >100
Freezing Point (°C): 48
Solubility: Water
Synonyms: Sodium Hyposulfite
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Green
Ward's® WARDSafe™
Specimen Holding Fluid, Dilute one part to nine parts water for use.
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Red
Copper(II) Nitrate Trihydrate
CAS Number: 10031-43-3
Formula Weight: 241.60
Formula: Cu(NO3)2·3H2O
Hazard Info: Toxic, Oxidizer
Density (g/mL): 2.32
Freezing Point (°C): 114.5
Solubility: Water and Alcohol
Synonyms: Copper Nitrate, Trihydrate, Copper(II) Nitrate 3-Hydrte
Shelf Life (months): 12
Storage: Yellow
Wire Gauze with Ceramic Center
This durable gauze has a ceramic fiber center for flame protection and a longer life.
Carbon Rod Electrode
CAS Number: 7440-44-0
Formula Weight: 12.01
Formula: C
Shelf Life (months): 36
Storage: Green
Acetate Sheet, 8 1/2×11" Each
Acetate Sheet, 8 1/2 x 11" Each
Please Note: This product is designed for educational and teaching laboratories and no certificate of analysis is available.
Innovating Science® Deionized Water, Ultrapure
Tested to ensure ultra pure quality for molecular biology and sensitive analytical applications.
VION™ Deionized Water, Molecular Grade
This water is tested and 0.035 μm filtered for maximum suitability in microbiological applications.
VION™ NBF (Neutral Buffered Formalin) Prefilled Containers
Ensure specimen integrity from the bench to the lab.