Lr Lucas Reagent
Laboratory Test Reagent
Laboratory Reagent

Lucas Reagent

Laboratory grade Lucas reagent manufactured for alcohol classification tests and organic chemistry analysis. Our reagent provides reliable test properties for distinguishing between primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohols in educational experiments and qualitative analysis procedures.

  • High Purity Laboratory Grade
  • Alcohol Classification Tests
  • Organic Chemistry Analysis
  • Educational Experiments
  • Qualitative Analysis
  • Primary/Secondary/Tertiary Alcohol Tests
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Composition: Concentrated HCl + ZnCl₂
HCl Concentration: ~37% (concentrated)
ZnCl₂ Content: Anhydrous zinc chloride
CAS Numbers: 7647-01-0 (HCl), 7646-85-7 (ZnCl₂)
Physical State: Clear, colorless solution
Density: ~1.2 g/cm³ at 20°C
pH: < 1 (strongly acidic)
Reactivity: Highly reactive with alcohols
Stability: Stable under normal conditions
Test Response Time: Immediate to 5 minutes
Water Content: Variable (prepared fresh)
Heavy Metals: ≤ 0.001% (excluding Zn)
Storage Temperature: Room temperature
Shelf Life: 6 months (freshly prepared)
Safety Requirements: Fume hood, protective equipment
Packaging Options: 100mL, 250mL, 500mL bottles

Applications

Educational Laboratories
Alcohol Classification
Primary Alcohol Test
Secondary Alcohol Test
Tertiary Alcohol Test
Organic Chemistry Teaching
Qualitative Analysis
Chemical Identification
Student Experiments
Laboratory Testing
Visual Identification
Analytical Chemistry

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized Lucas Reagent grades tailored for different laboratory and educational requirements, ensuring optimal alcohol classification performance and cost-effectiveness across diverse analytical applications.

LR Grade (Laboratory Reagent)
HCl: ~37% concentrated ZnCl₂: Anhydrous grade Heavy Metals: ≤ 0.001% Application: General laboratory, educational use
Analytical Grade
Ultra-pure components Consistent reactivity Low impurity levels Application: Precise analytical work
Educational Grade
Safe formulation Cost-effective solution Student-friendly preparation Application: Teaching laboratories
Research Grade
High-purity reagents Reproducible results Extended shelf life Application: Advanced research

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's LR Grade Lucas Reagent is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting laboratory reagent specifications for educational and analytical applications. Our production ensures consistent alcohol classification performance and safety compliance.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
Laboratory Reagent Standards
Reliable Alcohol Classification
Reactivity Testing Protocol
Educational Grade Compliance
Consistent Testing Performance
Certificate of Analysis
Safe Corrosive Transportation

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

LR Grade Lucas Reagent exhibits excellent alcohol classification properties through its zinc chloride-hydrochloric acid composition, making it suitable for alcohol differentiation tests, organic chemistry demonstrations, and educational applications requiring reliable alcohol identification performance.

Reagent Properties
Composition: ZnCl₂ in concentrated HCl
Mechanism: Carbocation formation
Selectivity: Tertiary > Secondary > Primary
Test Principle: Alkyl chloride formation
Alcohol Classification
Tertiary Alcohols: Immediate turbidity
Secondary Alcohols: Turbidity within 5 minutes
Primary Alcohols: No reaction at room temperature
Visual Indicator: Cloudiness/turbidity
Physical Properties
Appearance: Clear acidic solution
pH: Strongly acidic
Stability: Stable when stored properly
Reactivity: Corrosive to metals

Performance Characteristics

Performance metrics demonstrate LR Grade Lucas Reagent reliability in alcohol classification, organic chemistry testing, and educational applications with consistent differentiation capability and chemical reactivity for laboratory procedures.

Classification Performance

Accuracy: Reliable alcohol differentiation

Excellent for organic analysis
Reaction Timing

Speed: Rapid tertiary alcohol detection

Clear visual endpoints
Chemical Reactivity

Selectivity: Carbocation stability-based

Predictable reaction patterns
Educational Use

Safety: Controlled demonstration protocols

Supervised organic chemistry tests

Safety Information

Highly corrosive solution containing concentrated hydrochloric acid. Causes severe burns to skin and eyes. Vapors are extremely irritating to respiratory system. Can cause permanent tissue damage. Use only in well-ventilated areas with appropriate protective equipment. Critical for educational settings to maintain strict handling protocols and emergency procedures.

Corrosive
Respiratory Hazard
Educational Safety

Storage & Handling

Store in original containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from metals and incompatible materials. Keep containers tightly closed and use corrosion-resistant storage cabinets. Handle only with comprehensive personal protective equipment including eye protection and respiratory protection.

Store below 25°C
Corrosion-resistant storage
Full PPE required
Excellent ventilation required

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Lucas reagent exhibits alcohol classification and substitution properties through zinc chloride catalyzed mechanisms, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and general laboratory applications requiring controlled alcohol classification procedures.

SN1 Mechanism

Promotes SN1 substitution reactions with tertiary alcohols

Essential for alcohol classification studies
Carbocation Formation

ZnCl₂ facilitates carbocation intermediate formation

Important for reaction mechanism understanding
Classification Test

Distinguishes primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohols

Critical for organic analysis applications
Phase Separation

Forms distinct organic layer indicating positive test

Essential for qualitative analysis

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures safe use of acidic reagents in educational and laboratory environments with complete documentation supporting institutional safety requirements.

Educational Standards

Compliance with educational institution safety for acidic reagents

Corrosive Classification

Corrosive material handling protocols

Exposure Limits

Occupational exposure standards for acidic vapors

Transportation

Corrosive material classification for transport

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's educational and laboratory support team provides comprehensive guidance for acidic reagent handling and technical assistance for LR Grade Lucas Reagent applications.

Educational Support
  • Organic chemistry training programs
  • Alcohol classification development
  • Student safety protocol guidance
  • Laboratory procedure training
Reagent Services
  • Test optimization guidance
  • Storage stability consultation
  • Safety equipment recommendations
  • Quality control assistance

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our LR Grade Lucas Reagent production emphasizes environmental responsibility with sustainable reagent sourcing and comprehensive environmental impact management for educational and laboratory operations.

Sustainable Sourcing

Environmentally responsible reagent production

Educational Sustainability

Supporting sustainable organic chemistry education

Safe Disposal

Disposal guidance for acidic reagent waste management

Container Programs

Chemical-resistant container return programs

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's reagent manufacturing facility employs controlled mixing technology for consistent LR Grade Lucas Reagent quality and analytical performance across all production batches.

Reagent Preparation

Controlled mixing with concentration and pH management

Consistent quality and analytical properties
Activity Testing

Reagent activity verification and stability testing protocols

Regular performance monitoring
Quality Systems

Enhanced quality protocols for reagent production

Comprehensive quality management systems

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive laboratory data demonstrating LR Grade Lucas Reagent effectiveness across educational and analytical applications with reliable classification performance and stability metrics.

Educational Institutions
Safety Record: 99.9% incident-free handling Performance: Consistent alcohol classification results Cost Efficiency: 41% more economical vs higher grades
Analytical Laboratories
Classification Performance: Reliable alcohol differentiation Quality: Meets analytical reagent standards Customer Satisfaction: 97% user approval rate

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Reagent Expertise

Specialized knowledge in analytical reagents and organic chemistry for educational environments

Educational Focus

Dedicated support for educational institutions with organic chemistry training

Quality Leadership

Enhanced quality protocols for reagent production

Reliable Supply

Consistent availability with educational institution programs and reagent expertise

Quality Consistency

Consistent reagent performance with certificates for laboratory requirements

Partnership Approach

Long-term relationships with educational institutions and analytical support