Indicator & Chromatography Papers

Chromatography paper suits pigment separation and blotting work where even capillary action matters. For a simple moisture or humidity check, a reactive indicator paper like cobalt chloride is the better fit.

For research applications like blotting, a high-purity cellulose paper free of additives avoids background interference that could disrupt delicate results.

Reactive papers like cobalt chloride sheets will trigger from ambient humidity if left unsealed, so keep them in their original airtight container until needed.

Since both paper types are single-use consumables, a sealed container of 100 sheets keeps a busy classroom or lab stocked for a full term or project.

Pricing depends on sheet size and purity grade, with specialty indicator papers like cobalt chloride priced separately. Browse this collection to compare current pricing.

A solvent travels up the paper by capillary action, carrying dissolved substances with it. Different compounds travel at different speeds, separating a mixture like ink into distinct visible bands.

Cobalt chloride paper is a moisture indicator that changes from deep blue to light pink on contact with water vapour, commonly used in biology and chemistry classes to detect humidity or the presence of water.

No. Filter paper is designed to trap solid particles while liquid passes through it, while chromatography paper is made for controlled capillary action to separate dissolved substances.

No, once a solvent has run through the paper and separated a sample, the paper is considered used and should be replaced for the next test to avoid cross-contamination.