Material stability

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-013263",
  "term": "Material stability",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The ability of a material, such as a reference material or reagent, to maintain its specified properties within defined limits over a stated period. This property is evaluated under specific storage and transport conditions, including temperature, humidity, and light exposure. The expiration date on a certified reference material indicates the end of the period for which its stability is guaranteed.",
  "synonyms": [
    "stability"
  ],
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "control limit"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2021, 93, 997. 'Metrological and quality concepts in analytical chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 2021)' on page 1009 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2019-0819)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/material-stability/"
}