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Kodak Professional D-76 Film Developer (To Make 1 gal)

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Kodak Professional D-76 Film Developer (To Make 1 gal)
Key Features
  • Powder B&W Film Developer
  • Full Film Speed and Normal Contrast
  • Fine Grain and Good Shadow Detail
  • Suitable for Push Processing
Kodak Professional D-76 is a classic black and white film developer offering fine grain results along with full film speed, high shadow detail, and normal contrast. This powdered developer contains enough chemistry to make 1 gal of working solution, which can be used straight or diluted 1:1 for increased sharpness with slightly more graininess. The developer's ability to produce a long tonal scale with low fog also benefits its use for push processing.
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Kodak D-76 Overview

Kodak Professional D-76 is a classic black and white film developer offering fine grain results along with full film speed, high shadow detail, and normal contrast. This powdered developer contains enough chemistry to make 1 gal of working solution, which can be used straight or diluted 1:1 for increased sharpness with slightly more graininess. The developer's ability to produce a long tonal scale with low fog also benefits its use for push processing.

UPC: 041771058272

Kodak D-76 Specs

Included Materials
1x Powder Film Developer (14.6 oz / 415 g)
Working Solution Volume
1 gal / 3.8 L
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.955 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.6 x 7.3 x 0.7"

Kodak D-76 Reviews

Got a weak batch

By Massimo
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2026-07-17

The batch I got was way too weak my negatives kept coming out underdeveloped. I know how to use this stuff and the problem wasn't due to improper mixing or handling. I don't know if Kodak changed their formula or something, but the standard times for D-76 were useless with this batch. Really disappointing. I've never had this problem with ID-11.

Old Reliable

By Vance
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-01-26

D-76 is incredibly flexible and has a range of development times, perfect for rotary processing. The gallon size bag is perfect for the small scale lab I operate. I tend to develop at the 1+1 ratio to improve acutance and grain. Photos below were Kentmere 100 developed in 1+1 D-76

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Once mixed how long does this solution last?

Once mixed how long does this solution last?
Asked by: Justin
The official shelf life for Kodak Professional D-76 Film Developer in liquid form is 6 months in a closed bottle; it is usually good for a bit longer than that.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2025-08-02

Can this be used to develop Ilford HP5 rolls?

Can this be used to develop Ilford HP5 rolls?
Asked by: Adrian
Of course.
Answered by: Dale
Date published: 2022-09-19

The old D-76 produced a clear solution. When I ...

The old D-76 produced a clear solution. When I mixed the new D-76 with water, it produced an opaque dark brown red solution. Is that normal?
Asked by: Chester
Kodak told me not to use the brown powder/mixture and are sending me a new bag.
Answered by: Steven
Date published: 2023-01-09

what replenisher do you use for d76?

what replenisher do you use for d76?
Asked by: bill
Personally, none. It's not worth the bother under most circumstances, and you get more consistent, reliable performance with one-time use. I used the 1:1 dilution for the best results, even in the professional custom photo-finishing labs I designed and managed in the '80s.
Answered by: Robert
Date published: 2022-02-05

can D-76 best used to develop paper? if so, how ...

can D-76 best used to develop paper? if so, how long does it take to develop?
Asked by: Diego
Kodak D76 is not intended to develop paper. I would not recommend it. The developing times Kodak lists is only for film. It would require DIY to get the correct times for paper.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2023-01-23

What is the capacity of a mixed gallon, not ...

What is the capacity of a mixed gallon, not diluted 1:1, in terms of the number of rolls of 120 film?
Asked by: philip
The Kodak Professional D-76 Film Developer (To Make 1 gal) lasts for about 12 rolls of 120 film when undiluted. Most people use it 1:1 which should yield about 25 rolls or 120 film.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2025-07-10

How many rolls can it develop in total?

How many rolls can it develop in total?
Asked by: Mandeep
According to Steve Anchell’ Darkroom Cookbook (4th Ed.) Kodak says that one roll of 35 mm film is 80in2 and only takes 150mL of developer. However, Anchell suggests that far better results are found by using a minimum of 250mL of undiluted developer and even better results are found using 500mL. That being said 1 gallon of D-76 is 3.785L or 3785mL. Therefore 3785/500 = 7.6 rolls. If you are using 1:1 D76:H2O then about 16 rolls. Attempting to reuse D-76 is a bad idea.
Answered by: Constantine
Date published: 2022-10-31

Are you able to make 1 liter at a time or do you ...

Are you able to make 1 liter at a time or do you need to make the entire gallon all at once?
Asked by: Chris
Have to make entire gallon all at once. Keep stock mix in separate container then just pour out only what you need for each film processing.
Answered by: Dale
Date published: 2022-10-22
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