Description
Specifications Table
| Product Name | Sodium Chloride 99.99 Suprapur |
|---|---|
| Pack Size | 500 GM |
| Form | Crystalline Powder |
| Grade | Suprapur (Analytical) |
| Application | Electrochemistry, Spectroscopy, Trace Analysis |
Product Description
When your lab work demands uncompromising purity, Sodium Chloride 99.99 Suprapur from Merck delivers. This ultra-high-purity salt is meticulously processed to remove trace metals and contaminants, making it the gold standard for analytical chemistry. Whether you’re calibrating instruments, preparing standards, or conducting sensitive electrochemical tests, this Suprapur grade ensures your results remain free from interference.
The 500g pack size offers ample supply for frequent use while maintaining cost efficiency. Researchers and educators alike rely on this product for its consistency batch after batch. The fine crystalline structure dissolves completely without residue, crucial for applications like ion chromatography or atomic absorption spectroscopy.
For students working on advanced projects or professionals running quality control tests, this sodium chloride provides the confidence that comes with Merck’s rigorous quality standards. The 1.06406.0500 catalog number guarantees you’re getting the exact formulation specified in countless peer-reviewed protocols.
Upgrade your lab’s precision today – order Sodium Chloride 99.99 Suprapur and experience the difference purity makes.
Key Applications
This versatile reagent finds use across multiple laboratory disciplines. In electrochemistry, it serves as a supporting electrolyte in cyclic voltammetry experiments. Analytical chemists value it for preparing calibration curves in flame photometry. Environmental labs use it as a matrix modifier in heavy metal analysis. The pharmaceutical industry employs it in dissolution testing of drug formulations.
Educators appreciate how this grade demonstrates fundamental concepts without introducing variables from impurities. When teaching students about colligative properties or buffer preparation, this sodium chloride ensures your demonstrations work as textbook examples should.
Handling and Storage
While sodium chloride is generally stable, maintaining its Suprapur quality requires proper storage. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption. Store at room temperature away from direct sunlight. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator cabinet to preserve the ultra-low impurity levels.
Always use clean, dedicated labware when handling to prevent contamination. The product comes in a high-density polyethylene bottle that protects against environmental exposure during storage and transport.
Why This Grade Matters
Not all sodium chloride meets the demands of modern analytical work. Standard laboratory grades may contain sufficient impurities to skew sensitive measurements. The Suprapur designation indicates this product has undergone additional purification steps to achieve 99.99% purity. Independent testing confirms levels of heavy metals like lead, iron, and copper remain below detectable limits for most analytical techniques.
When your research depends on accurate, reproducible results, compromising on reagent quality isn’t an option. This Merck product gives you the assurance that your data reflects your samples, not your chemicals.
FAQs
What makes Suprapur sodium chloride different from regular lab grade?
Suprapur grade undergoes additional purification to remove trace metals and organic contaminants. While standard lab grade might contain up to 0.5% impurities, Suprapur guarantees 99.99% purity, crucial for sensitive analytical techniques.
Can I use this for molecular biology applications?
While primarily designed for analytical chemistry, this grade works well for many molecular biology protocols requiring high-purity salts. However, for cell culture or PCR applications, consider Merck’s dedicated molecular biology grades.
How should I dispose of unused sodium chloride?
As a non-hazardous chemical, sodium chloride can typically be disposed of with regular laboratory waste. However, always follow your institution’s specific waste disposal protocols and local regulations.
Is this product suitable for preparing physiological saline solutions?
Yes, this high-purity sodium chloride can be used to prepare 0.9% saline solutions. The Suprapur grade ensures your solutions remain free from contaminants that could affect biological systems.
What’s the shelf life of this product?
When stored properly in its original container, this sodium chloride maintains its specified purity for at least 5 years. The expiration date is printed on the label for reference.
