Physical state at 20 °C | Solid | Colour | Brownish red |
Density [g/cm3] | 1.018 g/cm3 |
Appearance | Brownish red fine powder |
Absorption | maxima 515 – 518 nm |
Dye content (by spectrophotometry) | Min 90% |
Solubility (0.1% in water) | Clear solution |
Absorptivity (A 1%/1cm; at λmax; in water) | 1200 – 1400 |
Loss on drying (at 110°C) | Max 8% |
Copper (Cu) | Max 0.005% |
Iron (Fe) | Max 0.005% |
Nickel (Ni) | Max 0.005% |
Lead (Pb) | Max 0.005% |
Suitability (for microscopy) | Passes test |