HYDRANAL 34801 Titrant 5

HYDRANAL 34801 Titrant 5 – 1 Liter (Fluka)

Product Description

HYDRANAL 34801 Titrant 5 is a high-performance methanol-based reagent formulated for volumetric two-component Karl Fischer (KF) titration. It contains iodine, sulfur dioxide, and methanol in optimized proportions to ensure accurate and consistent water determination in a wide range of substances. Used extensively in quality control and research laboratories, this titrant is an essential component of Karl Fischer systems for reliable moisture analysis in solids, liquids, and gases.

Features

1. Optimized Methanol-Based Formula
   Formulated with iodine and sulfur dioxide in methanol to achieve high sensitivity and precision for KF titration.

2. High Titer Accuracy
   Offers a consistent titer between 4.90 – 5.10 mg H₂O/ml, ensuring reproducible and accurate results across multiple measurements.

3. Wide Application Compatibility
   Suitable for use in pharmaceutical, chemical, and food industries where accurate moisture determination is critical.

4. Two-Component KF Titration System
   Designed for use with volumetric two-component systems, complementing the solvent component for optimal titration performance.

5. Excellent Solubility
   Completely miscible in water, enhancing reaction efficiency and result reliability in various sample types.

6. Stable and Easy to Use
   Ambient storage conditions and compatibility with standard KF titration equipment make this product user-friendly and convenient for daily lab use.

Applications

• Pharmaceutical Industry
  Ensures precise moisture analysis in raw materials, excipients, and finished products for compliance and stability.

• Chemical Manufacturing
  Used in determining trace moisture in reagents, solvents, and process intermediates.

• Food and Beverage
  Analyzes water content in oils, powders, additives, and other food ingredients.

• Environmental and Research Labs
  Facilitates moisture testing in environmental samples and supports academic research requiring high-precision titration.

Specifications

• Product Name: HYDRANAL Titrant 5

• Catalog Number: 34801

• Form: Liquid

• Color: Brown

• Density: 0.850 g/cm³ (20 °C)

• Boiling Point: 65 °C (1.013 hPa)

• Flashpoint: 11 °C

• Titer: 4.90 – 5.10 mg H₂O/ml

• pH Value: Neutral

• Melting Point: -98 °C

• Solubility in Water: Completely miscible

• Lower Explosion Limit: 5.5% (V)

• Upper Explosion Limit: 31% (V)

• Equipment Compatibility: Volumetric two-component Karl Fischer titration systems

• Incompatible Materials: Oxidizing agents, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, reducing agents, strong acids

• Product Line: Hydranal™

• Storage Temperature: Ambient

Safety Information

• GHS Classification:

  • GHS02 – Flammable

  • GHS06 – Toxic

  • GHS08 – Health Hazard

• Precautionary Statements:

  • Do not inhale vapors or spray.

  • Use appropriate gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection.

  • Ensure adequate ventilation or use respiratory protection when needed.

• Hazard Class: 3

• Package Group: II

• UN ID: UN1230

Conclusion

HYDRANAL 34801 Titrant 5 is a reliable, methanol-based titrating reagent specifically developed for volumetric two-component Karl Fischer titration. Its high accuracy, stability, and wide compatibility make it an essential tool for moisture determination across pharmaceutical, chemical, and food industries. Backed by the trusted Hydranal™ brand, it delivers dependable performance for laboratories that demand precise and consistent results in moisture analysis.