Palintest PM031 Chlorine-Free/Total DPD 1 and DPD 3 Reagent Tablets 50 per box. This Palintest chlorine test uses the DPD method developed by Dr A T Palin and now internationally recognised as the standard method of testing for chlorine and other disinfectant residuals. In the Palintest DPD method, the reagents are provided in tablet form for maximum convenience and simplicity of use.