Paraformaldehyde 4% solution, 0.1M phosphate buffered

A more efficient and rapid penetrant fixative used in combination with Glutaraldehyde and Acrolein fixatives. Formaldehyde solution prepared from paraformaldehyde (polymerised formaldehyde). This saves much effort as the laboratory prepared material must be used on the day it's made. The product is methanol free. 0.1M phosphate buffer pH 7.4.Store at room temperatureAn excellent, rapidly penetrating fixative. May be used in combination with glutaraldehyde and acrolein fixatives, and is frequently used as an alternative to glutaraldehyde. The solution is not affected by UV light and it is preferable to not refrigerate, until buffer is added. Excellent shelf-life of over two years. Useable until precipitate occurs. Easy to break, pre-scored, 10ml ampoules sealed under inert gas. 100ml bottles available.Note: Below 10% concentration this item may be shipped as non-dangerous goods and can be taken in check-in luggage on aircr...

A more efficient and rapid penetrant fixative used in combination with Glutaraldehyde and Acrolein fixatives. Formaldehyde solution prepared from paraformaldehyde (polymerised formaldehyde). This saves much effort as the laboratory prepared material must be used on the day it's made. The product is methanol free. 0.1M phosphate buffer pH 7.4.

Store at room temperature

An excellent, rapidly penetrating fixative. May be used in combination with glutaraldehyde and acrolein fixatives, and is frequently used as an alternative to glutaraldehyde. The solution is not affected by UV light and it is preferable to not refrigerate, until buffer is added. Excellent shelf-life of over two years. Useable until precipitate occurs. Easy to break, pre-scored, 10ml ampoules sealed under inert gas. 100ml bottles available.

Note: Below 10% concentration this item may be shipped as non-dangerous goods and can be taken in check-in luggage on aircraft.

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pH7.2 - Safety Data Sheet

pH7.4 - Safety Data Sheet

Updated: 28-02-2026
Code Buffer Pack Size Availability Price Updated: 28-02-2026
C00542-1010 pH 7.2 10 x 10ml No ETA $113.00 AUD
C00542-500 pH 7.2 500ml No ETA $246.00 AUD
C00543-1010 pH 7.4 10 x 10ml No ETA $110.00 AUD
C00543-500 pH 7.4 500ml No ETA $246.00 AUD

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