My research liquid isn’t fully suspended—is that normal?

Yes—this can be normal.

Many compounds are not inherently water-soluble, and we do not add suspending agents unless a compound is water-soluble to begin with. As a result, it’s common for material to settle at the bottom of the bottle after it sits.

What to do

1. Bring to room temperature. (Research liquids should be stored at room temp; no refrigeration.)
2. Shake well for 15–30 seconds or gently invert several times to re-disperse.
3. If available, a brief vortex can help.
4. If you still see visible settling, warm the sealed bottle gently in your hands (or a lukewarm water bath) and shake again.

Tips for accurate use

• Re-disperse before each use so your aliquot is representative.
• Use clean pipettes and avoid contamination; recap promptly.
• Some products may naturally re-settle after a period of time—this does not affect quality when properly re-dispersed.

When to contact support

If the material won’t re-disperse with the steps above, or the label seems incorrect, contact us with your order number and photos so we can help.

RUO disclaimer: Products are for laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary consumption.