RETORT FLASK

Retort Flask

Product Description
Retort Flask is a specialized laboratory glassware designed for heating, distillation, and chemical reactions. It features a spherical or pear-shaped body with a long, narrow neck that allows vapors to condense and be directed away during distillation processes. Made from heat-resistant borosilicate glass, Retort Flasks withstand high temperatures and thermal shocks typical in laboratory heating applications. Commonly used in chemistry and biochemistry labs, they facilitate controlled heating of liquids and collection of distilled vapors in experiments involving organic synthesis, purification, and chemical analysis.

Uses
Primary Uses
Laboratory Applications

• Used for distillation and purification of liquids.
• Facilitates controlled heating and evaporation of chemical samples.
• Supports chemical reactions requiring heating under reflux.
• Employed in organic synthesis experiments.
• Used to collect distilled vapors during distillation processes.

Secondary Uses

• Used in educational laboratories for demonstrating distillation principles.
• Applicable in industrial research laboratories for small-scale liquid processing.

Key Attributes
Basic Identification Attributes

• Material: Heat-resistant borosilicate glass.
• Design: Spherical or pear-shaped body with long narrow neck.
• Capacity: Available in various volumes to suit different laboratory needs.

Physical & Chemical Properties

• Thermal Resistance: Can withstand high temperatures and thermal shock.
• Chemical Resistance: Resistant to acids, alkalis, and many organic solvents.
• Transparency: Clear glass for easy observation of contents.

Safety & Hazard Attributes

• Fragile; handle with care to avoid breakage.
• Heat exposure requires use of protective equipment to prevent burns.

Storage & Handling Attributes

• Store in a stable, dry environment away from direct sunlight.
• Inspect for cracks or defects before use.
• Use heat-resistant gloves when handling heated flasks.

Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

• Manufactured following laboratory safety and quality standards.
• Suitable for use in GLP and GMP compliant laboratories.

Environmental & Health Impact

• Made from recyclable glass materials.
• Proper disposal recommended to minimize environmental impact.