Starch Soluble – 500g (LR Grade)

This high‑quality Soluble Starch is supplied in a 500g container and manufactured to dependable LR (Laboratory Reagent) Grade standards. With CAS Number 9005‑84‑9 and no UN classification (NR), this versatile carbohydrate powder is safe and suitable for routine use in school science laboratories.

Soluble starch is widely used in chemistry and biology experiments due to its excellent solubility and reliable performance as an indicator, substrate, and test reagent. It is especially valuable in iodine–starch reactions, enzyme investigations, and food‑testing practicals across multiple key stages.

Key Features

• High‑purity Soluble Starch (LR Grade)
• Supplied in a 500g laboratory container
• CAS No.: 9005‑84‑9
• UN Number: NR (non‑regulated)
• Easily dissolves in hot water to form a clear starch solution
• Ideal for analytical, biochemical, and food‑testing investigations
• Reliable and consistent for repeated classroom use

Ideal for School Science Lessons

Soluble starch is commonly used in KS3, GCSE, and A‑Level biology and chemistry, supporting a variety of core curriculum experiments.

• Perfect for the classic iodine–starch test (blue‑black colour formation)
• Ideal for enzyme activity lessons, such as amylase‑starch reactions
• Useful in food testing investigations involving carbohydrates
• Supports kinetic studies and reaction‑rate experiments
• Suitable for demonstrating indicator behaviour in redox reactions

Reliable, easy to use, and extremely versatile, this 500g pack of Soluble Starch is a valuable and essential reagent for school science laboratories.