Thermo Scientific™ Canada balsam, natural filtered
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Mounting medium for microscopy
Density: 0.99
Storage Temperature: Ambient
CAS Number: 8007-47-4
Specifications:
Application | Microbiology | ||
Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
Product Type | Dye | Forms | Powder |
Product Brand | Thermo Fisher Scientific™, thermo Scientific | ||
Product Grade | Microbiology grade | ||
High-Clarity Optical & Histology Resin | For Slide Mounting and Microscopy
Thermo Fisher™ Natural Filtered Canada Balsam is a premium-quality, naturally derived resin used in microscopy, histology, and optical applications. Filtered for enhanced purity and clarity, this balsam provides excellent refractive matching and long-term stability, making it ideal for permanent slide mounting and lens cementing in scientific and educational laboratories.
Key Features
- High-Purity Natural Resin – Filtered formulation ensures clarity for microscopy and optical work
- Optical-Grade Performance – Matches refractive index (~1.52) of glass for distortion-free imaging
- Ideal for Mounting – Commonly used for permanent slide preparation and cover glass adhesion
- Solvent-Compatible – Easily dissolves in xylene or toluene for histological use
- Trusted Laboratory Reagent – Suitable for teaching, pathology, and research environments
Specifications
Property | Value |
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CAS Number | 8007-47-4 |
MDL Number | MFCD00132800 |
Merck Index | 14,946 |
Density | 0.99 g/cm³ |
Flash Point | 43 °C (109 °F) |
Storage Temperature | Ambient |
EINECS Number | 232-362-2 |
UN Number | UN1993 |
ADR Classification | Class 3 (Flammable), Packing Group III |
GHS Classification | – Flammable |
Ordering Information
Catalog # | Supplier # | Pack Size | Packaging |
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A16289.14 | A16289.14 | 25 g | Glass bottle for solids |
A16289.22 | A16289.22 | 100 g | Glass bottle for solids |
A16289.36 | A16289.36 | 500 g | Glass bottle for solids |
Applications
- Microscopy Slide Mounting – Permanent preservation of tissue specimens
- Histopathology – Final mounting step after staining (H&E, Gram, special stains)
- Optical Assembly – Used to bond lenses and coverslips in optical systems
- Educational & Clinical Labs – Trusted for high-clarity imaging in teaching and diagnostics
Thermo Fisher™ Canada Balsam, Natural Filtered is the reagent of choice for laboratories seeking high optical performance and reliable long-term specimen preservation. Whether used in histology, botany, or optical assembly, its purity and performance meet the demands of modern microscopy.
- Pack Size: 100g 500g 25g