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M9 Chemical Detection Paper

M9 Chemical Agent Detection Paper is used to identify the presence of liquid chemical agent aerosols. It is designed to detect nerve (V- and G- types) and mustard (H, HD, HN, and HT) agents.

M9 Chemical Detection Paper is actually a coated tape with a mylar-adhesive backing so it can be afixed to objects. It is packaged in a dispenser with a serrated edge to easily tear off sections for use. M9 Paper is available in a single roll or by the case. There are 50 rolls in each case.

In 2012, the State of California’s FIRESCOPE Standardized Equipment List, listed the M9 as a required item for emergency and Hazmat first responders.

NSN#: 6665-01-226-5589

Detect the presence of chemical agents

M9 paper identifies the presence of liquid chemical agent aerosols.

Designed to detect nerve and mustard agents, it is best used on protective clothing and surfaces.

M9 Paper contains a suspension of an agent-sensitive red indicator dye on the paper. The dye will turn pink, red, reddish-brown, or red-purple when exposed to a liquid agent. M9 Tape can detect agents, but not identify which agents are present.

What does M9 paper detect?

Detects liquid chemical agents’ aerosols. Nerve V- G- Blister. Designed to detect Nerve and Mustard agents, it is best used on protective clothing and surfaces.

The tape that makes up M9 is 9.1 meters long and 5.1 centimeters wide. The self-adhesive paper attaches to most surfaces, and a moisture proof resealable bag is provided to store the dispenser after removal from its original packaging. Protective gloves must be worn when using this product.

How is the M9 kit used?

M9 Chemical Detection paper is a coated tape with a mylar-adhesive backing making it easy to attach to objects.

Simply tear off a section of M9 paper and attach it to protective clothing (usually in the upper arm, wrist or ankle areas) or designated surface. A moisture-proof, re-sealable bag is included with each roll for storage after opening. Packed in handheld cardboard dispenser with serrated edge – it’s easy to tear off what you need, when you need it and the self-adhesive paper attaches to most surfaces.

M9 paper contains a suspension of an agent-sensitive indicator dye on the paper. The dye will turn pink, red, reddish-brown or red-purple when exposed to liquid nerve or blister agent.

Protective gloves must be worn when handling M9 paper.

M9 can detect agents, but does not identify which agents are present and does not detect agents in vapors. False positive readings may occur when used on hot, dirty, oily, greasy surfaces, petroleum products or DS2.

No hassle shipping

Shipping is via UPS Ground. No HAZMAT packaging or labeling required.

Budget friendly

Price of shipping not included.

Shelf-life up to 8 years

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