Scigen VIP-Fixative™ Non-precipitating Buffered Zinc 10% Formalin

Compatible with and replaces traditional 10% NBF. Eliminates routine warm water flushes, and salt accumulation in all tissue processors. Neutralex™ compatible for Down-the-Drain disposal.

Catalog Number	Mfr. No.	Capacity
23-730-584	Scigen 5043	19 L
23-730-583	Scigen 5041	3.8 L

Description

• Introduced in 2001, VIP-Fixative and has been marketed under several well-known brands worldwide for use in automatic tissue processors as a non-precipitating formalin fixative
• VIP-Fixative formula will not form solids (precipitate) in tissue processors and can eliminate the need for routine warm water flushing by preventing precipitate damage to the rotary valve.
• Clear, colorless solution free of particles, buffered zinc 10% formalin based, for use in histological applications of fixation and storage of tissue specimens, soluble is dehydrant reagents
• Improves cellular details and improves cell wall rigidity resulting in easier cutting and uniform sections.
• Highly visible OSHA compliant labeling
• Buffered zinc formalin enhances nuclear detail in immunohistochemistry and special staining techniques
• Chloride, sulfate and mercury free
• Nonsterile containers marked with a lot code and expiration date, 4 year shelf life
• Formalin waste designed to be treated in bulk using Neutralex
• Manufactured using ISO 13485 and FDA quality systems

Specifications

• Color: Clear, Water White
• Content And Storage: Room temperature
• For Use With (Equipment): All Tissue Processors
• Solution Type: Formalin

• Compatibility: Compatible with Aqueous and Alcoholic Solutions
• Concentration: Buffered Zinc 10% Formalin
• Product Type: Formalin
• For Use With (Application): Tissue processor, to prevent instrument damage from solids with no impact on specimen integrity

Safety and Handling

ShelfLife : Stable