Beam's Reagent Solution

  • CAS :
  • REF :
    24492
QUANTITY PRICE ENQUIRY
500 ml Rs 1987.5

Product Information

Formula: Magnesium nitrate and nitric acid in water. (For testing phosphates in presence of arsenates) CAS: Mixture EC No.: Mixture M (Molar Mass): Not applicable for solution D (Density): ~1.20 g/cm³ mp (Melting Point): Not applicable bp (Boiling Point): Not applicable Optical Rotation: Not applicable

Chemicals Properties

Composition: Approximately 20% w/v Magnesium nitrate (Mg(NO₃)₂·6H₂O) in dilute nitric acid. Appearance: Clear, colorless solution. Sensitivity: Produces a white crystalline precipitate of MgNH₄PO₄ with phosphates in ammoniacal solution, but not with arsenates under the same conditions. Specificity Test: Passes test (distinguishes phosphate from arsenate). Stability: Stable for 1 year.

Hazard Information

Hazard: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Safety: CORROSIVE. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection. Storage: Store in a tightly closed container in a cool place. Keep away from bases.