We neutralize our formalin and then dump down the drain. We had been using Formalex, but are in the process of switching to Surgipath's D-Formalizer. D-formalizer is a powder that you add to the formalin. The pH remains neutral and there is a test kit you can get to be sure that the formalin has been neutralized. Its easy to use, cost effective, and only takes about 15-30 minutes to work. It's great. Hope this helps.
Schaundra Walton BS HTL(ASCP)
Swedish American Hospital
1401 E. State St.
Rockford, IL 61104
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