Tissue-Tek® O.C.T. Compound
21st Aug 2026
Tissue-Tek® O.C.T. Compound
Optimal Cutting Temperature compound for embedding fresh tissue specimens for frozen sections.
Product Overview
Tissue-Tek® O.C.T. Compound is a clear, water-soluble mixture of glycols and resins used for embedding fresh tissue specimens for frozen sections using a cryostat.
The abbreviation O.C.T. stands for Optimal Cutting Temperature, describing the purpose of this refined formulation for frozen tissue sectioning.
Compound-embedded samples are quickly ready for sectioning due to the compound's high viscosity, which contributes to faster freezing.
Key Features
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Formulation
Clear, water-soluble mixture of glycols and resins
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Application
Embedding fresh tissue specimens for frozen sections
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Sectioning Method
Cryostat sectioning
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Working Temperature
-10°C and below
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Matrix
Solid matrix for tissue encapsulation
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Freezing
High viscosity contributes to faster freezing
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Applications
Tissue-Tek® O.C.T. Compound provides a solid matrix to encapsulate tissue specimens and bond them to the specimen holder for consistent sectioning in a cryostat.
• Frozen tissue sections
• Cryostat sectioning
• Histology workflows
• Tissue embedding
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Product Name | Tissue-Tek® O.C.T. Compound |
| SKU | 94-4583 |
| Product Type | Tissue embedding compound |
| Form | Clear compound |
| Solubility | Water-soluble |
| Main Components | Glycols and resins |
| Cryostat Temperature | -10°C and below |
| Availability | In Stock — Next Day Delivery |
| Available Sizes | 125 mL; 12 × 125 mL |
| Price Range | €100.10 – €1,066.00 |
Available Sizes
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125 mL
Single bottle
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12 × 125 mL
Bulk pack
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Contact UsSKU: 94-4583 | Size: 125 mL / 12 × 125 mL | Availability: In Stock