Redefining Water Analysis with Aquagent®: A Pyridine-Free Breakthrough in Karl Fischer Titration

The Karl Fischer method has long been the gold standard for water content analysis, but traditional pyridine-based reagents come with challenges such as toxicity, strong odors, and handling risks. Scharlab’s Aquagent^® line changes that by replacing pyridine with imidazole, a safer alternative that offers excellent buffering capacity without the drawbacks. It provides highly reproducible results across a wide range of samples, from oils and fats to aldehydes, ketones, acids, and solids. Designed for both volumetric and coulometric titration, it provides:

• More stable and robust factor
• Faster initial stabilization
• More stable endpoint
• Longer shelf life
• Minimized risk of precipitation

With options like Complet 5 for general use, Complet 5K + & Medium K for complex samples, and the Coulometric A/AG/AD series for trace water analysis, labs can choose the right fit for their workflow while enjoying safer handling, greater efficiency, and consistent accuracy.

Discover our pyridine-free Aquagent^® product range here and find out more on our blog!

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