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• Types of Chemistry Lab Consumables
• Glassware Chemistry Laboratory Consumables
• Plasticware Chemistry Laboratory Consumables
• Metalware Chemistry Laboratory Consumables
• Chemicals and Reagents
• Miscellaneous Consumables
  • Chemistry Laboratory Safety Equipment
  • Additional Chemistry Laboratory Consumables
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Keeping your chemistry lab stocked with all the necessary chemistry laboratory consumables can be a hectic task. No wonder the frustration when you need filter paper or phenolphthalein, only to find that your stock is exhausted. Don’t worry, this list has you covered. We have included every possible consumable you might need to run your chemistry lab smoothly—no matter if it’s a school or a college chemistry lab. 

Types of Chemistry Lab Consumables

Chemistry lab consumables can be roughly divided into equipment and chemicals. Equipment includes various types such as glassware, plasticware, metalware, and miscellaneous items. Chemicals consist of metals, acids, bases, salts, and indicators.

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Let’s look at each category in detail. 

Glassware Chemistry Laboratory Consumables

The following list covers all essential glassware chemistry lab consumables:

1. Conical Flask (Erlenmeyer Flask)
   A flask with a conical body, flat bottom and narrow neck, ideal for mixing liquids without spillage and suitable for titrations.
   
2. Glass Funnel
   A conical glass tool used to channel liquids or fine-grained substances into containers with small openings, preventing spills.
   
3. Glass Graduated Pipette
   A slender tube with graduated markings, designed to measure and transfer precise volumes of liquids.
   
4. Glass Rod
   A solid, cylindrical rod used for stirring solutions to ensure even mixing of components.
   
5. Glass Bottle
   Since glass is inert, liquid chemicals can be stored in glass bottles for long periods of time. 
   
6. Volumetric Flask
   A flask with a flat bottom and a long neck, calibrated to contain a precise volume at a particular temperature, used for accurate dilutions and preparation of standard solutions.
   
7. Glass Beaker
   A simple cylindrical container with a flat bottom used to mix, heat, and stir liquids in chemistry laboratories.
   
8. Büchner Funnel
   A funnel with a flat, perforated plate, used for filtration. Attached to a vacuum to separate solids from liquids efficiently.
   
9. Measuring Cylinder (Graduated Cylinder)
   A tall, narrow cylinder with volume markings, designed to measure the volume of liquids accurately.
   
10. Measuring Flask
    Similar to a volumetric flask, it is used for precise measurement and preparation of liquid solutions.
    
11. Round Bottom Flask
    A spherical-bottomed flask used for uniform heating and boiling of liquids, commonly employed in distillation setups.
    
12. Watch Glass
    A circular, slightly concave piece of glass used to evaporate liquids, hold solids while being weighed, or as a cover for a beaker.

13. China Dish
    A shallow, flat-bottomed porcelain dish used for evaporating liquids to leave behind solid residues.

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Plasticware Chemistry Laboratory Consumables

Most items listed under glassware chemistry lab consumables are also available in plastic variants. Depending on their degree of resistance, different types of plasticware are available for use in chemistry labs. Some are chemically resistant and can withstand moderately high temperatures, depending on the type of polymer. Most laboratory plasticware is made from polypropylene (PP) or polyethylene (PE).

Here are some commonly used plasticware chemistry laboratory consumables:

1. Laboratory Bottles: Used to store non-corrosive chemicals at room temperature.
2. Spatula: Used to measure and transfer powdered chemicals during experiments.
3. Carboy: A large plastic container used to store double-distilled or deionized water for chemistry experiments.
4. Test Tube Holder: Used to hold washed test tubes. These holders can be placed inside closed bases or wall-mounted cabinets. During experiments, they help manage multiple test tubes by providing stable support.

Metalware Chemistry Laboratory Consumables

Stainless steel is commonly used in lab equipment because it resists chemical damage. Although it is not usually exposed directly to flames, it can safely handle hot fluids. It has high temperature resistance and can be used with corrosive substances like acids and bases. Stainless steel equipment is durable, long-lasting, easy to clean, and environmentally friendly.

However, you must carefully check whether a specific chemical can be safely used with stainless steel, as some metals may react with certain chemicals. When in doubt, refer to this compatibility chart:

Stainless Steel Chemical Compatibility Chart.

Here are some common stainless steel chemistry laboratory consumables:

1. Magnetic Stirrer: Placed inside liquids to stir them magnetically, helping to dissolve solids or mix solutions evenly.
2. Tongs: Used to safely handle hot beakers or other containers during or after heating.
3. Wire Gauze: Placed over tripod stands to support glass beakers or other vessels during heating.

Chemicals and Reagents

To perform standard reactions in an educational chemistry laboratory in school or college, you will need the following chemistry laboratory chemical consumables:

1. Acetic Acid
2. Acetone
3. Aluminum (Foil and Shot)
4. Aluminum Ammonium Sulfate
5. Aluminum Sulfate
6. Ammonium Carbonate
7. Ammonium Chloride
8. Ammonium Hydroxide
9. Borax
10. Calcium Carbonate
11. Calcium Chloride
12. Calcium Chloride – Granular Form
13. Calcium Hydroxide
14. Calcium Oxide
15. Calcium Oxychloride
16. Calcium Sulfate
17. Citric Acid
18. Cobalt Chloride
19. Copper Carbonate
20. Copper Sulfate
21. Corn Starch, Powder Form
22. Cupric Chloride
23. Dextrose 
24. Ethanol
25. Ethanol 200 Proof
26. Ferric Ammonium Sulfate
27. Ferrous Sulfate
28. Gum Arabic
29. Hydrochloric Acid
30. Hydrogen Peroxide
31. IKI – Iodine and Potassium Iodide Solution
32. III – Iron Chloride Solution
33. Iron Nails
34. Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) 70% or 99%
35. Iodine Potassium Iodide Solution
36. Magnesium – Ribbon Form
37. Magnesium Chloride
38. Magnesium Sulfate
39. Methanol
40. 1% Phenolphthalein in Ethanol
41. Phenolphthalein
42. Phosphoric Acid
43. Potassium Chloride
44. Potassium Ferrocyanide
45. Potassium Hydroxide
46. Potassium Iodide
47. Potassium Permanganate
48. Potassium Sulfate
49. Powdered Charcoal
50. Powdered Iron
51. Silver Nitrate
52. Sodium Acetate or Trihydrate
53. Sodium Bicarbonate
54. Sodium Bisulfate
55. Sodium Borate or Decahydrate
56. Sodium Carbonate or Anhydrous
57. Sodium Chloride
58. Sodium Ferrocyanide
59. Sodium Hydroxide
60. Sodium Silicate
61. Sodium Thiosulfate
62. Starch Solution (1%)
63. Strontium Chloride
64. Sucrose (Table Sugar)
65. Sulfur
66. Sulfuric Acid
67. Tannic Acid
68. Tartaric Acid
69. Water – HPLC Grade
70. Zinc
71. Zinc Sulfate

Miscellaneous Consumables

Chemistry Laboratory Safety Equipment

1. Laboratory Safety Chart
   Displays safety rules and emergency procedures for the lab.
2. Lab Coats
   Protects clothing and skin from chemical spills and splashes.
3. Face shield
   Shields the face from hazardous splashes, heat, or debris.
4. Safety Goggles
   Protects eyes from chemical splashes, vapors, and particles.
5. Gloves
   Protects hands from harmful chemicals.

Additional Chemistry Laboratory Consumables

1. Lab Brushes

Used to clean test tubes, flasks, and other lab glassware.

2. Filter Paper

Used to separate solids from liquids during filtration.

3. pH Paper

Measures the acidity or basicity of a solution.

4. Test Tube Stand

Holds test tubes upright during experiments or drying.

5. Bunsen Burner

Provides a flame for heating substances in the lab under direct heat.

6. Mortar and Pestle

Used to grind and crush solid chemicals into powders.

6. Silica Crucible

Heats substances at high temperatures under direct heat without breaking.

6. Tripod Stand

Supports glassware above a flame during heating.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What are consumables in a laboratory?

Consumables in a laboratory are items that are used up or discarded after a single use or a short period. These include materials like gloves, filter papers, test tubes, pipette tips, syringes, and reagents. They support daily lab activities and need regular replenishment.

2. What are 20 laboratory equipment and their uses?

Here is a list of 20 common laboratory equipment items along with their primary uses:​

1. Beaker: A cylindrical container with a flat bottom used for mixing, heating, and holding liquids.​
   
2. Erlenmeyer Flask (Conical Flask): A flask with a narrow neck and wide base, used for mixing and heating liquids without spilling.​
   
3. Test Tube: A small glass tube used to hold, mix, or heat small quantities of liquid or solid chemicals.​
   
4. Graduated Cylinder: A tall, narrow cylinder with volume markings, used for accurately measuring liquid volumes.​
   
5. Pipette: A tool used to transport a measured volume of liquid.​
   
6. Burette: A graduated glass tube with a tap at one end, used for delivering known volumes of a liquid, especially in titrations.​
   
7. Bunsen Burner: A small adjustable gas burner used for heating substances in the lab.​
   
8. Microscope: An instrument used to view very small objects by magnifying them.
   
9. Balance (Scale): A device used to measure the mass of materials.​
   
10. Centrifuge: A machine that spins samples at high speeds to separate components based on density.

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