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Photographers' Formulary 10g Ferric Ammonium Citrate, Green

SKU: PYFAC10GMFR: 10-0500 10G

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Ideal for Cyanotypes photographic printing process.
Achieve consistent results with this quality chemical.
Photographers' Formulary: Trusted darkroom solution.
10g Ferric Ammonium Citrate, Green for B&W prints.
Ensures archival quality in your photographic work.

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Sprint Archive Fixer Remover for Films and Papers, 4Ltr

SKU: CHSFR4LMFR: FR004-R

Achieve archival prints with Sprint Archive Fixer.
Ensures maximum image quality for B&W films/papers.
Simple to use: Mixes easily for consistent results.
Extends print life, protects archival properties.
Optimized for a full tonal range in B&W prints.

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Photographers' Formulary Pyrocat-HD Film Developer, Dry Powder, 10Lt Solution

SKU: PYPHDD10LTMFR: 01-5080

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Pyrocat-HD Developer: Image quality, sharpness.
Dry powder formula ensures chemical consistency.
Archival properties for long-lasting negatives.
Easy to use: Simple mixing ratios provided.
Makes 10 liters of black and white developer.

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Photographers' Formulary 100g Sodium Carbonate, Monohydrate

SKU: PYSCBM100GMFR: 10-1190 100G

Achieve archival quality with this black & white chemical.
Ensure fine grain negatives using this darkroom chemical.
Enjoy consistent results with our easy mixing formula.
This black and white chemical offers high contrast.
Photographers' Formulary ensures a long shelf life.

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Photographers' Formulary Glycin 100 Grams

SKU: PYG100GMFR: 10-0610 100G

Glycin: Fine grain B&W developer, 100 grams.
Achieve archival quality prints with this formula.
Photographers' Formulary: Consistent, reliable results.
Easy mixing Glycin for simplified darkroom use.
Long shelf-life ensures lasting developer potency.

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Sprint Block Stop Bath, Vanilla Scented Indicator 4Ltr

SKU: CHSSB4LMFR: SB004-R

Optimized for black and white film processing.
Vanilla scented stop bath improves darkroom experience.
Effectively halts development; archival quality assured.
4-Liter Sprint stop bath; economical and long-lasting.
Indicator stop bath ensures optimal chemical usage.

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Sprint Archive Fixer Remover for Black & White Films and Papers, 20 Liter

SKU: CHSFR20LMFR: FR020-R

Achieve archival prints with Sprint Archive Fixer.
Removes residual fixer; ensures long-lasting images.
Optimized for black and white film and papers.
Mixes easily for consistent, reliable darkroom use.
Enhance image quality; protects from silver staining.

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Rockland Colloid's Liquid Light Emulsion, 32 Oz

SKU: CHLL32MFR: RCLLE32

Liquid Light emulsion for archival prints.
Ensures consistent black and white image quality.
Simple mixing ratios for ease of darkroom use.
32 oz. Rockland Colloid emulsion, long shelf life.
Optimized for film and darkroom photography.

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Ilford SIMPLICITY Film Developer, 60mL Sachet, 12-Pack

SKU: IL1178913MFR: 1178913

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Ilford Film Developer: Achieve archival quality.
Fine grain made easy with Simplicity Developer.
Consistent results: Perfect for black and white film.
Simple to use: Liquid film developer included.
Excellent shelf life: 12-pack Simplicity Developer.

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Ilford 2000 RT Paper Developer / Replinisher 5 Liter

SKU: IL2000DR5LMFR: 1758056

Ilford 2000 RT: Achieve optimal image quality.
Paper developer ensures archival print properties.
5 Liter concentrate offers extended shelf life.
Black and white chemicals for easy mixing.
Consistent results with Ilford paper developer.

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Photographers' Formulary 10g P-Benzoquinone

SKU: PYPBZ10GMFR: 10-0245 10G

P-Benzoquinone for holographic bleaching, dye-toning.
Ensures archival properties in specialized processes.
Photographers' Formulary: Consistent chemical quality.
10g P-Benzoquinone: Precise measurements guaranteed.
Yellowish crystals with pungent odor; handle carefully.

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Photographers' Formulary 1lbs Ultrafine Carbon Black

SKU: PYCBK1LBMFR: 10-0330 1LB

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Achieve superior image quality with carbon black.
Carbon black ensures archival properties in prints.
Consistent results in every darkroom session.
Ease of use: Mixes effortlessly for film process.
Optimal mixing ratios for black and white tones.

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Photographers' Formulary 50lbs Anhydrous Sodium Sulfite

SKU: PYSSUT50LBMFR: 10-1344 50LB

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Enhance image quality with black & white chemicals.
Prolong shelf life of developers with sodium sulfite.
Achieve fine grain control using this darkroom chemical.
Ensure optimal tonal range in your B&W photography.
Enjoy ease of use with this anhydrous sodium sulfite.

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Rollei RCD Vintage Eco Friendly Black and White Paper Developer, 1 Liter

SKU: RL422313MFR: 422313

Rollei RCD: Achieve archival black and white prints.
Eco-friendly developer ensures consistent results.
Optimize image quality with this black & white formula.
Simple mixing ratios for ease of use, liquid format.
Long shelf life: Reliable black and white developer.

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Photographers' Formulary Kodalith Film Developer 70, Makes 4Lt Solution

SKU: PYDV704LTMFR: 01-1330

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Kodalith film developer for high contrast images.
Achieve archival quality with this film developer.
Easy to use black and white film developer.
Ensures mixing consistency for reliable results.
Long shelf life for extended usability.

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Photographers' Formulary FX-2 High Acutance Film Developer, Makes 10Lt Solution

SKU: PYFDFX2MFR: 01-0085

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Achieve exceptional image quality with FX-2 developer.
High acutance film developer ensures sharpness.
Formulary FX-2: Professional black & white processing.
Mixes easily to create a 10Lt photographic solution.
Ensures consistent results in film development.

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Photographers' Formulary 1lbs Sodium Bisulfite

SKU: PYSBISI1LBMFR: 10-1175 1LB

Sodium Bisulfite: Preserves Pyro Developer
Acid Sulfite: For Archival Fixing Baths
Consistent Mixing: Ensures Image Quality
1lb Bisulfite: Extends Chemical Shelf Life
White Powder: Easy to Use in Darkroom

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Photographers' Formulary 100g Potassium Alum Photographic Hardener

SKU: PYAL100GMFR: 10-0030 100G

Potassium Alum hardener ensures archival prints.
Enhance image quality with our premium-grade chemicals.
Consistent chemical mixing ratios, easy to use.
Ideal for hardening solutions in fixing baths.
Photographers' Formulary: Trusted darkroom chemical.

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Photographers' Formulary 30g Potassium Ferricyanide

SKU: PYPFR30GMFR: 10-1010 30G

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Potassium Ferricyanide: Reliable darkroom chemical.
Achieve image quality with consistent B&W results.
30g Ferricyanide: Perfect for Farmer's Reducer.
Use in iron printing for archival properties.
Bright red crystals ensure ease of use.

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Photographers' Formulary Hypo Clear Agent for B&W Film/Paper, Makes 2.5 Gal

SKU: PYHYP1LTMFR: 03-0165

Hypo Clear Agent ensures archival quality prints.
Optimized for black and white film and paper use.
Extends print life, protects tonal range.
Mixes easily to create 2.5 gallons of solution.
Formulated for fine grain and sharpness results.

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Photographers' Formulary Film Developer 3, Makes 10Lt Solution

SKU: PYFD31LTMFR: 01-0030

Optimize film development with Formulary Developer.
Achieve superior image quality with our B&W chemicals.
Formulary film developer ensures archival properties.
Enjoy ease of use with this 10Lt black & white solution.
Maintain chemical stability for consistent results.

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Photographers' Formulary 1L Glacial Acetic Acid, Hazmat

SKU: PYACA1LTMFR: 10-0015 1 LITER

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Glacial Acetic Acid: Ideal for black & white.
1L bottle ensures consistent darkroom chemistry.
Use as stop bath for optimal image quality.
Photographers' Formulary: Trusted darkroom brand.
Essential for archival processing of film.

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Photographers' Formulary Residual Silver Test, Makes 2.5Gal Solution

SKU: PYRSSVMFR: 03-0170

Ensure archival properties with silver testing.
Determine residual silver for image quality.
Easy to use: makes 2.5 gallons of solution.
Ideal for black and white film and prints.
Test film to ensure proper fixing process.

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Photographers' Formulary Sodium Thiosulfate, 1 Pound

SKU: PYST1MFR: 10-1360 1LB

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Premium fixer ensures archival image quality.
Sodium Thiosulfate: Reliable black & white results.
Consistent, pure hypo for predictable development.
1 pound of quality darkroom chemicals.
Economical solution for film processing needs.

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Photographers' Formulary FT-1 Fixer Test, Makes 100ml Stock Solution

SKU: PYFXTMFR: 03-0180

Ensure archival quality with FT-1 Fixer Test.
Simple dilution for consistent darkroom results.
Test fixer strength; optimize black & white prints.
Photographers' Formulary: reliable darkroom control.
Extend fixer life with FT-1; easy to use test.

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Black and White Chemicals for Darkroom Use

When developing film negatives and prints, the primary black-and-white chemicals you’ll need are developer, stop bath, and fixer. Wetting agent is useful in the film developing process, too, and it helps you avoid water spots on your negatives. Wash aid, also known as fixer remover and clearing agent, is another helpful solution for fully removing the fixer from your prints and negatives.

Powder vs Liquid Photo Developing Chemicals

When buying developing chemicals (either in bulk or in small quantities), you can choose between liquid chemicals and powdered versions. Liquid chemicals typically come in a concentrated form, so you’ll need to add water to achieve the correct strength.

Many photographers prefer powdered chemicals for darkroom development because they’re more compact for storage, easier and less expensive to ship, and have a longer shelf life.

Liquid chemicals are often best for darkroom beginners because they offer a smaller learning curve for correct use.

Darkroom Developer and Developing Chemicals for Alternative Processes

Not all types of film and printing use the same set of chemicals. If you’re working with cyanotype, Van Dyke brown, platinum and palladium, kallitype printing, or another alternative process, you’ll need specialized chemicals for your darkroom.

Which Black and White Film Developing Chemicals Can You Reuse?

When developing black-and-white film and prints, some of your chemicals are reusable while others, like developer, become inert in between darkroom sessions. You can reuse your stop bath as long as it’s still acidic enough to function. You can also reuse fixer if you store it in an airtight container.

The Black and White Chemicals Your Need for Long-Lasting Prints

Developing your own film and prints is a fun activity that becomes even more rewarding after a bit of practice. Look to brands like Ilford, Kodak, Photographers’ Formulary, and Sprint for top-of-the-line, reliable chemicals for the darkroom. By using professional, archival-grade black-and-white chemicals from these companies, your prints will look better and last longer.