Ferric chloride solutions

Ferric Chloride Aqueous solution is made from A.S.C grade reagents. It is freshly prepared upon receipt of order to ensure maximum shelf life.Stain used for:Modified Verhoff Elastic Van Gieson Stain for connective tissue stains – stain with a poly-acid step.Verhoeff's Van-Gieson’s (VVG Method) for staining elastic fibres, nuclei, collagen & other tissue elements.For more information on microscopy stains:Stain Index0.4% -

Ferric Chloride Aqueous solution is made from A.S.C grade reagents. It is freshly prepared upon receipt of order to ensure maximum shelf life.

Stain used for:

  • Modified Verhoff Elastic Van Gieson Stain for connective tissue stains – stain with a poly-acid step.
  • Verhoeff's Van-Gieson’s (VVG Method) for staining elastic fibres, nuclei, collagen & other tissue elements.

For more information on microscopy stains:

Stain Index

0.4% - Safety Data Sheet

2% - Safety Data Sheet

Updated: 04-06-2026
Code Percentage Pack Size Availability Price Updated: 04-06-2026
EMS15512-02 2% 500ml No ETA $124.00 AUD
EMS26369-04 0.4% 500ml No ETA $81.00 AUD

* Availability Explanation

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In Stock – Plenty of stock on the shelf, ready to ship.

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