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CANADA BALSAM FOR MICROSCOPY 100 ML

Canada balsam for microscopy, is a commonly used mounting medium to prepare permanent slides for microscopy. It is produced from the resin of the balsam fir tree and its use can be combined with xylene-containing specimens.

Description

General description

Canada balsam for microscopy, is a commonly used mounting medium to prepare permanent slides for microscopy. It is produced from the resin of the balsam fir tree and its use can be combined with xylene-containing specimens. Canada balsam is an IVD product and CE registered. For more details, please see instructions for use (IFU). The IFU can be downloaded from this webpage.

Refractive index (20°C) 1.515 - 1.530
Density (20°C / 4°C) 0.980 g/cm3
Viscosity (20°C) 3000 mPa*s

Analysis Note

Appearance: nearly clear, yellow resinous
Refractive index (n 20/D): 1.515 - 1.530
Turbidity: ≤ 2 NTU
Acid value: 75 - 90
Loss on drying (120 °C): ≤ 35 %
Suitability for microscopy: passes test

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Specifications
UPC:
41111739
Condition:
New
Weight:
1.00 Ounces
HazmatClass:
Yes
MPN:
1016910100
CAS:
8007-47-4
Catalog No. C005B-081289
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