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Kanadabalsam Microscopy, Sigma-Aldrich®
Canada balsam
Canada balsam is a commonly used mounting medium to prepare permanent slides for microscopy. It is produced from the resin of the balsam fir tree and its use can be combined with xylene-containing specimens. (Refractive index (20°C) 1.515 - 1.530) Canada balsam is an IVD product and CE registered.
Analysis Note
Appearance: nearly clear, yellow resinous
Refractive index (n 20/D): 1.515 - 1.530
Turbidity: ≤ 2 NTU
Acid value: 75 - 90
Loss on drying (120 °C): ≤ 35 %
Suitability for microscopy: passes test