{"product_id":"pioneer-forensics-1-2-indandione-powder-pf15095","title":"Pioneer Forensics 1,2-Indandione Powder, 99% Purity (PF15095) — 1g and 5g","description":"\u003ch2\u003e1,2-Indandione Forensic Reagent Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePioneer Forensics 1,2-Indandione is a 99%-purity amino acid \u003cstrong\u003eforensic reagent\u003c\/strong\u003e in powdered form for latent fingerprint detection on paper and other porous surfaces. Reacting with amino acids in fingerprint residue, it produces faint visible prints and intense fluorescence under 520nm green forensic light examined through 570–590nm orange or red filters. Research documents it develops approximately 46% more latent prints than DFO on equivalent substrates. Packaged in an amber poly bottle to protect the light-sensitive compound, it is available in 1g and 5g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a powdered reagent, 1,2-Indandione is dissolved to working concentration per the laboratory's validated protocol before use. High 99% purity supports consistent batch-to-batch reactivity. Note that it is not recommended for low-quality porous substrates such as newsprint or cardboard. Refer to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/5463907.app.netsuite.com\/core\/media\/media.nl?id=3067720\u0026amp;c=5463907\u0026amp;h=tnmQwtYzcZLxJxTkVwdr1DPhlC8AJQVfGPYyVM3WIFNv2ES5\u0026amp;_xt=.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eView \/ Download Safety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/a\u003e and established protocols for preparation, handling, PPE, and disposal requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;border:1px solid #ddd;margin:1em 0\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;text-align:left;font-weight:600\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;text-align:left;font-weight:600\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003ePioneer Forensics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eItem #\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003ePF15095\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eChemical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003e1,2-Indandione (1,2-Indanedione)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003ePurity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003e99%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003ePowder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eSizes Available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003e1g — $59.00  |  5g — $242.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eAmber poly bottle (light-sensitive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eAmino acid reagent for latent fingerprints on porous surfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eMechanism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eReacts with amino acids in fingerprint deposits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eOptimal Excitation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003e520nm (green forensic light)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eFilters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003e570–590nm orange or red barrier filters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eNot Recommended For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eLow-quality porous substrates (newsprint, cardboard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eSafety Data Sheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/5463907.app.netsuite.com\/core\/media\/media.nl?id=3067720\u0026amp;c=5463907\u0026amp;h=tnmQwtYzcZLxJxTkVwdr1DPhlC8AJQVfGPYyVM3WIFNv2ES5\u0026amp;_xt=.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eView \/ Download Safety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eForensic Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo detect amino acid-bearing latent fingerprints on porous evidence, 1,2-Indandione is applied in forensic laboratories processing paper documents, envelopes, labels, cardstock, and glossy printed materials. High-sensitivity amino acid reactivity makes it effective for aged or low-deposit fingerprints where DFO or ninhydrin may fail to develop sufficient detail. Document examination units and crime laboratory fingerprint sections processing mail, ransom notes, checks, and paper-based evidence rely on 1,2-Indandione as their primary amino acid reagent for porous surface cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use 1,2-Indandione Powder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDissolve 1,2-Indandione powder at the concentration specified by the laboratory's validated protocol, typically in a non-polar solvent with a polar additive. Apply to evidence by dipping, immersion, or spraying, then allow the solvent to evaporate fully. Examine under 520nm green light with 570–590nm orange or red barrier filters. Document prints photographically before applying any subsequent reagents. Consult the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/5463907.app.netsuite.com\/core\/media\/media.nl?id=3067720\u0026amp;c=5463907\u0026amp;h=tnmQwtYzcZLxJxTkVwdr1DPhlC8AJQVfGPYyVM3WIFNv2ES5\u0026amp;_xt=.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eView \/ Download Safety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/a\u003e for solvent handling, ventilation requirements, and PPE specifications before preparing working solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e1,2-Indandione vs. DFO\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;border:1px solid #ddd;margin:1em 0\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;text-align:left;font-weight:600\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;text-align:left;font-weight:600\"\u003e1,2-Indandione\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px;background:#f5f5f5;text-align:left;font-weight:600\"\u003eDFO\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eDevelops ~46% more prints than DFO (research validated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eReference standard for porous surface prints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eMechanism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eAmino acid reaction — same as DFO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eAmino acid reaction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eExcitation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003e520nm green light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003e450–490nm blue-green light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eFilters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003e570–590nm orange \/ red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003e520–540nm yellow-green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003ePowder (mix to required concentration)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003ePowder or solution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eLimitation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eNot for newsprint or cardboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:8px 12px\"\u003eSimilar substrate limitations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAcademic and Institutional Pricing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLabSupplies.com offers tiered quantity pricing for academic and research institutions. As an authorized dealer, we ship directly from USA inventory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes 1,2-Indandione more sensitive than DFO for latent print detection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch documents 1,2-Indandione develops approximately 46% more latent prints than DFO on paper-based substrates. Both reagents react with amino acids in fingerprint residue, but 1,2-Indandione shows greater reactivity with amino acid constituents in aged and degraded deposits — the conditions most commonly encountered on recovered evidence. For agencies processing paper evidence where maximizing print yield is a priority, it is the research-supported choice over DFO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat light source and filters are required for 1,2-Indandione visualization?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped prints fluoresce under 520nm green light — the green channel of forensic alternate light sources and argon-ion lasers. Examination requires 570–90nm orange or red barrier filters. Blue-light ALS channels or yellow-green filters appropriate for DFO will not produce optimal results. Facilities with multi-wavelength ALS systems switch to the green channel; those with single-wavelength blue systems should verify compatibility before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is 1,2-Indandione powder formulated for use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePioneer Forensics supplies 1,2-Indandione at 99% purity as a powder for dissolution to working concentration before use. Protocols typically specify dissolution in a non-polar solvent with a polar additive. Apply by dipping, spraying, or immersion, then allow to dry. Powdered form lets laboratories prepare quantities matched to casework volume and store the balance in the amber poly bottle away from light and moisture. Consult the SDS before preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOn what types of evidence does 1,2-Indandione work, and what should be avoided?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1,2-Indandione performs on standard paper documents, envelopes, labels, cardstock, and glossy materials. Pioneer Forensics specifies it is not recommended for newsprint or cardboard, where uneven absorption can mask ridge detail. Test on a small sacrificial area before full application to mixed-substrate batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety Information and Documentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1,2-Indandione requires chemical-resistant gloves, eye protection, and fume hood or adequate ventilation during working solution preparation. Refer to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/5463907.app.netsuite.com\/core\/media\/media.nl?id=3067720\u0026amp;c=5463907\u0026amp;h=tnmQwtYzcZLxJxTkVwdr1DPhlC8AJQVfGPYyVM3WIFNv2ES5\u0026amp;_xt=.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eView \/ Download Safety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/a\u003e for complete hazard classification, exposure limits, first aid, storage, and disposal requirements. 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