LabChem® Mayer's Reagent, Mercuric-Iodide TS, 1L

LabChem® MAYER'S REAGENT, MERCURIC-IODIDE TS is a potassium mercuric iodide test solution used as a general alkaloid precipitation reagent. It forms a characteristic cream-colored precipitate with alkaloids and many nitrogen-containing organic compounds, making it a classic qualitative test reagent in pharmacognosy and phytochemistry. Its consistent formulation supports reliable, reproducible test results.

It is commonly used in qualitative phytochemical screening to test for the presence of alkaloids in plant extracts and pharmaceutical preparations. Its consistent formulation supports reliable, reproducible results across testing sessions. This reagent should be handled, stored, and used according to established laboratory safety procedures and the manufacturer's instructions.

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