Heinz 5-Step Method Complete Kit

The HEINZ 5 STEP KIT is a very simple to use field hazard identification and analysis system to be utilized on solid and liquid chemical unknowns. Some basic knowledge of chemical compounds, families and physical and chemical properties is helpful in classifying and deducing hazard characteristics.

Comes completely self-contained in a virtually non-destructible wheeled Pelican brand case Contents are held securely in place with padded dividers and zipped compartments.
Includes safety PPE, simple decontamination and set-up supplies
Has an easy to follow flowchart with instructions and explanation of results.

Case available in Black or Green

Heinz 5-Step Method Case Color

NOTE: Propane Bottle Not Included. Products Manufacturer may vary.

Basic Screening Tests:

PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
VAPOR PRESSURE/VOLATILITY
WATER BEHAVIOR/SOLUBILITY
FLAMMABILITY/COMBUSTIBILITY (liquids)
THERMAL STABILITY (solids)
pH Test for CORROSIVES
QUALITATIVE TEST FOR OXIDIZERS

Advanced Testing Capabilities:

SPECIFIC NITRATE/NITRITE ION SCREENING
PEROXIDE ION TESTING
METAL CATION ANALYSIS (ionic compounds)
DETERMINATION OF CHLORIDE/IODIDE ION PRESENCE
DETERMINATION OF SULFIDE and SULFATE ION PRESENCE
DETERMINATION OF AMMONIUM ION PRESENCE
DETERMINATION OF CYANIDE ION PRESENCE
SPECIFIC ACID CONCENTRATION TESTS (sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid, nitric acid)
NERVE AGENT SCREENING (WMD)