CASR |
: | 69-65-8 |
Molecular Formula |
: | C6H14O6 |
Molecular Weight |
: | 182.17 |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Description: | White, odourless, crystalline powder |
| Solubility: | Soluble in water, very slightly soluble in ethanol; practically insoluble in ether |
| Assay (on dried basis): | 96.0% to 102% |
| Melting range: | 164 - 169° |
| TLC test: | Passes test |
| Loss on drying (105 oC, 4 hr): | Not more than 0.3% |
| Specific rotation: | [alpha] 20, D: Between +23 and +25o |
| pH: | Between 5 and 8 |
| Sulphated ash: | Not more than 0.1% |
| Chloride(Cl): | Not more than 70 mg/kg |
| Sulphate(SO4): | Not more than 100 mg/kg |
| Nickel (Ni): | Not more than 2 mg/kg |
| Reducing sugars: | Not more than 0.3% |
| Sugars: | Not more than 1.0% (as glucose) |
| Lead(Pb): | Not more than 1 mg/kg |
