The Beilstein test is a simple qualitative chemical test for organic halides. It was developed by Friedrich Konrad Beilstein. A copper wire is cleaned and heated in a Bunsen burner flame. Vapors from a sample to be tested are drawn into the torch air intake and pyrolyze. If the pyrolysis products contain halogen atoms (chlorinated solvents/pesticides, pcb’s, chlorinated degreasers/refrigerant oils, insulating fluids) they will react with the copper forming a copper halide and producing a brilliant blue-green flame. (Propane Tank is not included with the Kit.)
 
The Kit contains:
Copper Wire Tool
Methanol
40 tubes
40 pipettes
Epoxy Coated Test Tube Rack
Torch Head
Torch Head Stand
Test Tube Clamp
Complete Set Of Instructions
 
Beilstein Kit Tests For:
Halogenated Hydrocarbons
Chlorinated Solvents
PCB’s
Pesticides
Degreasers
Refrigerants
Halon Ext Agents
 
Determine if Haz Wastes contain these persistent and bio-accumulative substances for proper waste segregation.