NINHYDRIN CRYSTALS Ninhydrin Crystals are available in 25-gram, 100-gram and 500-gram jars for agencies that prefer to mix their own unique formulations. 1,2,3-TRIKETOHYDRINDENE HYDRATE CRYSTAL (NINHYDRIN) Sensitivity to Amino Acids ..... Color Pons Test Solubility in Water .................. Clear and Complete Loss on Drying at 105°C ........ Not More Than 11.0%