The Monsanto Hardness Tester is a device used to measure the hardness of tablets. In short, its key purpose is to assess the resistance of a tablet to crushing or deformation. This measurement is crucial in pharmaceutical quality control to ensure the tablets have the necessary mechanical strength for proper handling, packaging, and administration. The Monsanto Hardness Tester provides a quantitative measure of tablet hardness, aiding in the evaluation and standardization of tablet formulations.