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Buy hydrogen peroxide, caffeine, benzalkonium chloride, polysorbates and more online, in Lab, USP, FCC and ACS grades, from small bottles to 270 gallon totes.

You know what you need, the grade it has to be, and the date it has to arrive. Specialty Chemicals at Lab Alley puts 168 products from more than 30 chemical types on one page, so you can compare grades and sizes, see the price, and order online without waiting on a quote. Hydrogen peroxide runs from 3% to 34%, in Lab, Food, ACS and Semiconductor/Electronic Grade. Caffeine, mannitol and urea come as USP powders. You'll also find benzalkonium chloride, polysorbates, MCT oil, castor oil, activated carbon, dextrose, methylene blue, formaldehyde and water in USP, HPLC and LC/MS grades. Some products are Food Grade, many are Lab Grade, and a few carry Kosher or Halal certification. The product name always tells you which. Whether you're formulating a food product, compounding a pharmaceutical, staining slides or running a plant, the filters on this page get you to the right size and grade in a few clicks. Prices show on the page, so you can compare sizes before you add anything to your cart. No salesperson stands between you and checkout.

Plenty of suppliers make you chase a rep for pricing, then chase paperwork once the order lands. We'd rather you didn't have to. Every product page shows its sizes and price, and the Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis are online when your quality team asks for them. Sizes run from small bottles to 55 gallon drums and 270 gallon totes, so the same page works for a teaching lab and a production line. If you reorder on a schedule, 74 of these products are available on Autoship. Liquid mercury has address rules, and the FAQ below explains them so checkout holds no surprises. If you need a size or volume you don't see, request a quote and we'll build it around your order.

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  1. Caffeine Powder, USP/FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
    Caffeine Powder, USP/FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
    CAFU
    As low as $107.37
  2. Hydrogen Peroxide 34% Food Grade
    Hydrogen Peroxide 34% Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
    HPF34
    As low as $55.48
  3. Hydrogen Peroxide 34%
    Hydrogen Peroxide 34% Solution, Lab Grade
    HPL34
    As low as $55.00
  4. Benzalkonium Chloride 50% Solution, NF Grade
    Benzalkonium Chloride 50% Solution, NF Grade
    BZKNF50
    As low as $67.62
  5. Organic MCT Oil
    Organic MCT Oil, Kosher, Halal, USP/FCC
    MCTOC
    As low as $69.40
  6. Water, USP Grade
    Water, USP Grade
    WAU
    As low as $140.58
  7. Polysorbate 80, Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
    Polysorbate 80, Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
    PS80F
    As low as $58.54
  8. Hydrogen Peroxide 30% Solution, Lab Grade
    Hydrogen Peroxide 30% Solution, Lab Grade
    HPL30
    As low as $55.00
  9. Mercury Metal 99.99% Lab Grade
    Mercury Metal 99.99% Lab Grade
    MERL
    As low as $87.33
  10. Water, HPLC Grade
    Water, HPLC Grade
    WAHPLC
    As low as $114.10
  11. Hydrogen Peroxide 3% Solution, Lab Grade
    Hydrogen Peroxide 3% Solution, Lab Grade
    HPL3
    As low as $55.00
  12. Iodoform, BP/DAB/USP/NF Grade
    Iodoform, BP/DAB/USP/NF Grade
    IODFU
    As low as $913.61
  13. MCT Oil Coconut Based USP/FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
    MCT Oil Coconut Based USP/FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
    MCTC
    As low as $54.85
  14. Hydrogen Peroxide 30% Solution, Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
    Hydrogen Peroxide 30% Solution, Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
    HPF30
    As low as $55.48
  15. Activated Carbon (Charcoal) Powder, Food Grade, Kosher, Halal, Wood Based
    Activated Carbon (Charcoal) Powder, Food Grade, Kosher, Halal, Wood Based
    ACW325P
    As low as $71.95
  16. Deionized Water Lab Grade, Kosher
    Deionized Water Lab Grade, Kosher
    WAD
    As low as $55.00
  17. Mannitol, Powder, USP Grade
    Mannitol, Powder, USP Grade
    MANPU
    As low as $81.38
  18. Camphor, Crystals, USP Grade, Kosher
    Camphor, Crystals, USP Grade, Kosher
    CAMCU
    As low as $87.20
  19. Urea Powder USP Grade
    Urea Crystalline Powder 99%, USP Grade
    URPU
    As low as $74.61
  20. Hydrogen Peroxide 32% Solution, Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
    Hydrogen Peroxide 32% Solution, Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
    HPF32
    As low as $55.48
  21. Water, LC/MS Grade
    Water, LC/MS Grade
    WALCMS
    As low as $128.72
  22. Urea Granules 99% Lab Grade
    Urea Granules 99% Lab Grade
    URPL
    As low as $67.60
  23. Progesterone Powder, USP Grade, 97-103%
    Progesterone Powder, USP Grade, 97-103%
    C6689
    As low as $170.64
  24. D-Limonene, Natural Orange Oil
    D-Limonene, Natural Orange Oil
    DLIML
    As low as $70.64
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About Specialty Chemicals

Specialty Chemicals isn't one chemical, so there isn't one set of properties. The products fall into a few families, and each family behaves its own way. Knowing which one you're buying makes storage, handling and ordering a lot easier.

Liquids and solutions. Hydrogen peroxide, benzalkonium chloride 50%, methylene blue and formaldehyde are sold as ready to use liquids. Hydrogen peroxide slowly breaks down into water and oxygen, and contamination speeds that up, so keep it in a clean, closed container in a cool spot. Higher strengths like 30% and 34% need more care than a 3% solution.

Powders and crystals. Caffeine, mannitol, urea, dextrose, sucrose, camphor and thymol are solids. Keep them dry and tightly closed, since many powders pull moisture from the air. Activated carbon works by adsorbing, so an open container will take in odors and vapors from the room around it.

Oils, waxes and surfactants. MCT oil, castor oil, coconut oil, polysorbates and Triton X surfactants help blend, carry or emulsify other ingredients.

Liquid mercury. It's a very dense metal that stays liquid at room temperature. It needs a sealed container, careful handling and the address rules covered in the FAQ.

Every product page links its Safety Data Sheet. Read it before you open anything new.

COMMON APPLICATIONS

Food and beverage. Food grade hydrogen peroxide, polysorbate 80, MCT oil, dextrose and caffeine, many with Kosher and Halal certification, for processing, formulating and sanitizing.

Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical. USP and NF grade mannitol, urea, caffeine, benzalkonium chloride and purified water for compounding and formulation.

Personal care and cosmetics. Castor oil, witch hazel, talcum powder and polysorbates for creams, toners and powders.

Laboratories and schools. Methylene blue and crystal violet for staining, silica gel for drying and chromatography, Ferroxyl test solution for detecting free iron on stainless steel, and HPLC and LC/MS grade water for analysis.

Industrial and manufacturing. Activated carbon for filtration, precipitated sulfur and rosin as process ingredients, and sodium peroxide and 30% hydrogen peroxide for oxidizing and bleaching. Semiconductor/Electronic Grade hydrogen peroxide serves electronics work.

GRADES EXPLAINED

Lab Grade. Fine for routine lab work and education. It isn't meant for food, drug or medicinal use.

USP Grade. Meets standards set by the United States Pharmacopeia, the pharmaceutical benchmark.

NF Grade. Follows the National Formulary and is typically comparable to USP, though requirements can vary by compound, so check the current compendium.

FCC Food Grade. Meets the Food Chemicals Codex, the reference for ingredients added to food and for chemicals that touch food surfaces.

ACS Reagent Grade. Meets or exceeds American Chemical Society specifications, backed by a certificate of analysis.

Water grades. Water, HPLC Grade and Water, LC/MS Grade are made for chromatography and mass spectrometry, where trace impurities show up in your results.

A few products are graded for a specific industry, like Hydrogen Peroxide 30% Solution, Semiconductor/Electronic Grade and Iodoform, BP/DAB/USP/NF Grade. When two grades of the same chemical are listed, compare the COA and not just the price.

TYPES & GRADES AT A GLANCE

Hydrogen Peroxide
3% to 34% in Lab, Food, ACS and Semiconductor/Electronic Grade.
Polysorbate
Polysorbate 20 and 80 emulsifiers, including Food Grade and RSPO MB versions.
Benzalkonium Chloride
a 50% solution in NF Grade for disinfectant and preservative formulas.
Caffeine
USP/FCC powder for food, beverage and supplement formulating.
MCT Oil
coconut based, palm derived and organic versions.
Activated Carbon
powder and granular, including Food Grade.
Methylene Blue
0.1% and 1% reagent solutions for staining.
Purified Water
USP, HPLC and LC/MS grade water, plus Deionized Water Lab Grade.
Triton X
surfactants for lab and formulation work.
Urea
USP, ACS and Lab Grade powder and granules.
Liquid Mercury
Lab Grade and ACS Grade. Address rules apply.
USP Grade
pharmaceutical standards, for compounding and formulation.
ACS Grade
reagent specifications backed by a certificate of analysis.
Lab Grade
routine lab work and education.
Food Grade
FCC standards for food and beverage use.

WHY BUY FROM LAB ALLEY

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  • 99.5% of orders ship in 1 to 2 business days. Your production schedule shouldn't wait on a truck.

  • 98.9% inventory accuracy. The size you see is the size you get, with no backorder surprise after checkout.

Certified quality. Lab Alley is ISO 9001 certified for quality management. In this category, Kosher and Halal certification applies only to select products, including Caffeine Powder, USP/FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal, Hydrogen Peroxide 34% Food Grade, Kosher, Halal, Polysorbate 80, Food Grade, Kosher, Halal and Dextrose, Anhydrous, USP Grade, Kosher, Halal (all Kosher and Halal), and Deionized Water Lab Grade, Kosher (Kosher). Polysorbate 20, Derived from Palm, RSPO MB, Kosher, Halal also carries RSPO certification. Check the product name before you order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Lab Grade, USP and FCC Food Grade specialty chemicals?
The grade tells you what the chemical is cleared to do. Lab Grade suits routine lab work and education, but it isn't meant for food, drug or medicinal use. USP Grade meets United States Pharmacopeia standards, the pharmaceutical benchmark. FCC Food Grade meets the Food Chemicals Codex and fits food and beverage work. Pick the grade your end use or auditor requires, then check the COA on the product page.
What do the percentages on hydrogen peroxide mean?
The percentage is the strength of the solution. Our hydrogen peroxide runs from 3% and 5% up to 34%, and the rest of the liquid is mostly water. A higher number means a stronger oxidizer, so it needs more careful handling and storage. Match the strength to your method, then pick the grade, such as Lab, Food, ACS or Semiconductor/Electronic. Read the SDS before you open a new strength.
Do I need a permit or special paperwork to buy specialty chemicals?
Lab Alley doesn't ask you for a permit to buy the products on this page. Liquid mercury has address rules, covered below, and some items may show a notice at checkout. If your own quality or compliance team wants records, the Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis are available online. Need a certificate for an audit? Contact Customer Care before you order.
Which specialty chemicals are Kosher, Halal or RSPO certified?
Only select products. Kosher and Halal apply to items such as the Hydrogen Peroxide Food Grade solutions, Caffeine Powder USP/FCC, Polysorbate 80 Food Grade and the Dextrose listings. Polysorbate 20 Derived from Palm carries RSPO MB certification. Lab Grade hydrogen peroxide and the mercury listings don't show these. Check the product name, since certifications appear in it, and ask for the certificate if your auditor needs one.
Can specialty chemicals ship to a home address?
Liquid mercury can't. It ships only to businesses, schools and laboratories, and if you use a residential address, the item is removed from your order before shipping. Orders over 1 lb must go to a commercial address, lab or school. Apartments and parcel stores are off limits, and no mercury ships to Canada. For other products, check the product page and checkout notes.
Which grade should I choose for food, pharmaceutical or lab work?
For food and beverage, start with FCC Food Grade, and look for Kosher or Halal in the name if you need it. For pharmaceutical or compounding work, choose USP or NF Grade. For staining, teaching and routine lab tests, Lab or Reagent Grade usually does the job, while HPLC and LC/MS water suits chromatography and mass spectrometry. When your method names a grade, follow it.
How is hydrogen peroxide different from sodium hypochlorite for disinfecting?
Both are oxidizers, but they behave differently. Hydrogen peroxide breaks down into water and oxygen and leaves no chlorine behind. Sodium hypochlorite is liquid bleach, and it should never be mixed with acids or ammonia, because that releases toxic gas. If your process can't tolerate chlorine, peroxide is the usual choice. Check your sanitation protocol for the strength and contact time it requires.
Can I buy specialty chemicals in drums or totes?
Yes. Many products on this page come in 55 gallon drums, and a few come in 270 and 275 gallon totes. 5 gallon and 20 liter sizes are common too. Use the size filter to see what's available for your chemical. If you need a larger volume, a custom fill or repeat shipments, request a quote or visit Bulk & Custom Chemicals.
What's the difference between anhydrous and monohydrate dextrose?
Anhydrous dextrose has no water in its crystal structure. Monohydrate carries one water molecule per unit of dextrose, so a gram of monohydrate delivers a little less dextrose than a gram of anhydrous. If you swap one for the other, adjust the weight so you end up with the same amount of active dextrose. Both forms are sold here in Kosher and Halal versions, in USP and FCC grades.

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