Alkaline Copper Tartrate (Folin & Wu's Alkaline Copper Solution)

  • CAS :
    97-59-6
  • REF :
    24248
QUANTITY PRICE ENQUIRY
500 ml Rs 237.5

Product Information

Composition: Copper sulfate, sodium carbonate, sodium potassium tartrate Use: Glucose determination (Folin-Wu method) Appearance: Blue solution

Chemicals Properties

Copper Content: 0.5% w/v as CuSO₄·5H₂O. Sodium Carbonate: 2.5% w/v. Sodium Potassium Tartrate: 2.5% w/v. Appearance: Clear blue solution. pH: 10.5-11.5. Stability: Stable for 3 months when stored properly. Reactivity: Reacts with reducing sugars to form cuprous oxide. Sensitivity: Detects 0.01-1.0 mg glucose. Filterability: Passes through filter paper without residue. Preparation: According to Folin & Wu method. Performance: With standard glucose solution, gives characteristic color development.

Hazard Information

Hazard: Causes serious eye irritation. Harmful if swallowed. Safety: Wear protective gloves and eye protection. Storage: Store in tightly closed containers at room temperature.