Hardness Buffer (Ammonium Chloride, pH 10)
Hardness Buffer (Ammonium Chloride, pH 10) is a laboratory reagent used to maintain alkaline conditions during water hardness determination and complexometric titrations. It ensures accurate and reproducible measurement of calcium and magnesium ions by stabilizing pH at 10.
Chemical Name:
Ammonium Chloride Buffer Solution (pH 10)
Synonyms:
Hardness Titration Buffer, Alkaline Buffer Solution, Ammonium Chloride pH 10 Buffer, Water Hardness Buffer
CAS Number:
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Ammonium Chloride: 12125-02-9
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Water: 7732-18-5
Appearance:
Clear, colorless to slightly opalescent liquid
Key Properties:
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Maintains stable pH 10 for complexometric titrations
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Enhances accuracy of calcium and magnesium determination
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Compatible with EDTA titrants
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Ready-to-use solution for laboratory water hardness testing
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Stable under normal storage conditions
Uses:
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Buffer for total hardness determination in water
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Supports EDTA titrations for calcium and magnesium analysis
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Quality control in water treatment and environmental testing
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Educational and teaching laboratories for titration exercises
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Ensures reproducible results in analytical water testing
Storage:
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Store in a cool, dry place
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Keep container tightly closed
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Protect from contamination
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Avoid exposure to heat and strong oxidizing agents
Safety & Handling (SDS Summary):
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May cause mild skin and eye irritation
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Avoid ingestion and inhalation
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Wear gloves, goggles, and standard laboratory PPE
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Wash hands thoroughly after handling
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In case of contact, rinse with plenty of water
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Generally considered low hazard under normal laboratory use








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