Indicator Papers
Chlorine Test Strips, Mid and High Level Water Testing Type
- Chlorine test strips for free chlorine measurement, supplied in 100 strip vial format for routine testing
- Mid-level option measures 0, 25, 50, 100 and 200 ppm, supports stepped reading across a practical mid range
- High-level option tests up to 1000 ppm, suitable where stronger chlorine concentrations must be checked
- Colour chart comparison method supports quick visual interpretation, with read time notes provided for each strip type
- Mid-level strip stated more accurate than semi-quantitative chlorine paper, high-level strip shelf life stated 2 years
From $13.00 (Ex GST)
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Glucose Test Strips, Routine Laboratory Testing Type
- Educational glucose testing for osmosis and diffusion experiments, food science practicals, and urine analysis teaching only
- Two range formats provided, percentage scale 0.1–2.0% and concentration scale 0–3000 mg/dL
- Paper based test format supplied in bags, 40 strip pack and 50 strip pack options
- Supports quick, simple colour comparison readings for classroom demonstrations, worksheets, and student investigations
- Use in supervised laboratory settings only, not for diagnosis, treatment, or medical decision making
From $55.00 (Ex GST)
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Iodine Test Paper Strips, 100 Strip Vial
* Measures iodine levels at 0 to 50 ppm increments * Effective sanitisation range: 12.5 to 25 ppm * Simple dip and compare testing method * Suitable for lab, food service, and education use * Provides quick visual indication of iodine strength
$16.00 (Ex GST)
Lead Acetate Indicator Paper Strips, Vial of 100
- Detect hydrogen sulfide in water, specified sensitivity down to 5 ppm for routine screening checks.
- Dip strip a few seconds, greying often begins around 1–3 ppm, darkens with concentration.
- Colour intensity can progress darker up to about 400 ppm, supports quick comparative assessment.
- Can be used as a moist strip for suspected H₂S areas, distilled water wetting is sufficient.
- Minimal cross-reactivity stated, thiols, thioketones, mercaptans give negative response for selectivity.
$11.00 (Ex GST)
Lipid and Fat Test Paper Strips, Pack of 75
- Detects lipids such as fats, oils and waxes, fast classroom screening for hydrophobic residues.
- Supports identification discussions on lipid families including sterols and cholesterol in food samples.
- Connects results to fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K for nutrition and biochemistry teaching.
- Commonly used in education alongside food analysis kits for comparative student experiments and reporting.
- Pack of 75 strips suits group work, repeat trials, and consistent outcomes across practical classes.
$67.00 (Ex GST)
Litmus Test Paper Strips, Acid/Base Indicator Type
- Litmus indicator paper strips for quick acid or base checks, colour change only, no pH chart
- Blue litmus options, pack of 200 economy strips and vial of 100 strips, blue-to-red in acid
- Neutral litmus options, vial 100 or pack 200, turns red in acid and blue in alkali
- Red litmus vial 100 & Red pack 200 , red-to-blue change in alkaline solutions, remains unchanged if not a base
- Water-based solution note stated for vial/neutral pack variants, handle strips by ends, 1–2 second dip
From $5.50 (Ex GST)
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Methyl Violet Indicator Paper Strips, Vial of 100
- Narrow-range pH paper for strong acids, colour change from yellow at pH 0.2 to violet at pH 2.0.
- Remains violet above pH 2.0, helps confirm solutions are outside the very acidic measurement window.
- Quick dip method, 1–2 seconds, simple screening for highly acidic samples in lab and teaching use.
- Handle strip by end only, reduces contamination and improves repeatable colour response between tests.
- Not for nitrocellulose propellant stability testing, requires specialised military methyl violet procedure.
$10.00 (Ex GST)
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N-Propylthiouracil Test Paper Strips, 100 Strip Pack
- PROP-based taste sensitivity testing tool, genetics and sensory studies
- 20 micrograms per strip, safe micro-dose level for classroom use
- Identifies non-tasters, tasters, and super tasters
- Demonstrates genetic variation, phenotype expression clearly
- Suitable for biology education and research applications
$10.00 (Ex GST)
Nitrate & Nitrite Test Paper Strips, 50 Strip Pack
- Dual pad strip, nitrate and nitrite testing together
- Nitrate range: 10 to 500 ppm detection
- Nitrite range: 1 to 25 ppm detection
- Suitable for food, wine, water, agricultural checks
- Light and moisture sensitive, sealed vial storage
$67.00 (Ex GST)
pH Test Strips, Labortary beverage type
- Narrow range pH strips for beverage testing, supports wine, kombucha and beer mash analysis workflows
- Two defined ranges provided, wine 2.8–4.4 and beer 4.6–6.2, supports targeted fermentation monitoring
- Plastic strip format supplied in 100 strip vial packs, suitable for repeated testing and lab or brewing use
- Dip and read method, 1–2 second immersion, compare against colour chart within 10–15 seconds for result interpretation
- Notes include colour interference guidance for red wine and optimal yeast pH reference for beer mash testing
From $28.00 (Ex GST)
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Phenolphthalein Test Paper Strips, 100 Strip Pack
- Ammonia detection strips, vapour and aqueous monitoring
- Detection range: approximately 3 to 5 ppm ammonia
- Pink colour change indicates ammonia presence
- Suitable for HVAC, refrigeration, and lab safety use
- Requires water-based conditions for accurate detection
$8.00 (Ex GST)
Potassium Iodide Starch Test Paper Strips, 100 Strip Pack
- Detects iodine, chlorine, and peroxides in solution
- Low-level sensitivity: approximately 5 to 10 ppm
- Immediate reaction for chlorine and peroxides
- Iodine reaction time: around 60 seconds
- Blue to purple colour scale for concentration indication
$8.80 (Ex GST)
Salinity Test Paper Strips, 50 Strip Pack
- Measures chloride ion levels from 0 to 1,000 ppm
- Useful for fresh water and salt water comparison
- Supports salinity and solution property teaching applications
- High salt samples require dilution before testing
- Final readings adjusted using the correct dilution factor
$79.00 (Ex GST)
Taste Test Paper Strips, Genetic Response Laboratory Type
- Taste test paper strips for classroom genetics, heredity studies, and comparative tongue response activities
- Includes control, PTC, sodium benzoate, and thiourea options for different taste sensitivity demonstrations
- Supplied in vials of 100 strips, suitable for repeated class use and group testing activities
- Designed for tongue contact testing with response outcomes ranging from none to bitter, vile, sweet, or salty
- Useful for observing individual variation in taste detection and simple pedigree-based genetics discussion
From $6.00 (Ex GST)
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Test Paper Strips, Laboratory Reagent Paper
- 100 strip vial format for quick spot checks, easy handling and storage between uses
- Cobalt chloride moisture indicator, colour change blue to light pink or white, humidity sensitivity notes supplied
- Congo Red narrow range acidic testing, stated pH 1.0–3.0 use, blue below pH 3.0, red above pH 5.2
- Fluoride screening steps 0, 10, 25, 50, 100 ppm, water monitoring use stated
- Preparation requirements vary, water based solution note, sealed storage note, dilution adjustment note
From $7.70 (Ex GST)
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Universal Indicator pH Test Paper Strips, Broad Range Laboratory Type
- Universal indicator paper strips for broad range pH checking in lab and classroom chemistry work
- Two range options listed, pH 1–14 economy pack and pH 2–10 universal range for aqueous solutions
- Colour chart comparison supports approximate pH determination, pH 2–10 option states ±1.0 pH accuracy
- Dip time stated 1–2 seconds, compare before strip dries for more reliable reading interpretation
- Economy pH 1–14 pack supplied as 10 books of 20 strips, SSS brand, compact packet size stated
From $7.00 (Ex GST)
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Urine Test Paper Strips, 50 Strip Pack
- Multi-parameter testing: glucose, protein, ketones, pH
- Educational use only, not for diagnostic applications
- Clinical-style units for realistic training experience
- Suitable for medical, nursing, and lab education programs
- Supports hands-on biochemical analysis learning
$99.00 (Ex GST)
Water Hardness Test Paper Strips, 50 Strip Pack
• Measures calcium carbonate water hardness quickly • Dual scale reading, ppm and grains per gallon • Calibrated from 0 to 500 ppm hardness • Fast hard or soft water assessment tool • Suitable for education and general water testing
$48.00 (Ex GST)
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Indicator papers are convenient laboratory consumables used for quick visual testing of pH level, acidity, alkalinity, and general chemical reaction changes. LabChoice Australia supplies indicator papers suitable for education, research, quality control, water testing, chemistry demonstrations, environmental testing, and routine laboratory use where fast colour-based results are required.
This category may include universal indicator paper, pH test paper strips, litmus paper, narrow-range pH papers, broad-range pH papers, and specialty indicator papers used for specific testing applications. These products help users make quick assessments without requiring complex instrumentation, making them useful for schools, universities, field testing, industrial labs, and general science workflows.
Indicator papers are commonly used to test liquids, solutions, samples, and reaction mixtures by comparing the colour change against a reference chart. Selection should be based on the required pH range, accuracy level, strip format, colour chart type, sample compatibility, and whether the test is intended for general screening or more specific laboratory control.
For teaching laboratories, indicator papers provide a simple and practical way to demonstrate acids, bases, neutralisation reactions, buffer behaviour, and pH measurement principles. In professional laboratories, they are useful for quick checks during sample preparation, cleaning verification, process monitoring, and routine solution testing.
LabChoice Australia supports Australian laboratories, schools, universities, and industrial users with practical indicator paper options for daily science and testing applications. Always refer to the individual product page for exact pH range, pack size, colour scale, strip format, and application suitability.