Physical state at 20 °C | Solid | Odour | Odorless |
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] | 811 °C | Solubility in water [% weight] | Slightly soluble |
Colour | White powder | Density [g/cm3] | 4.43 |
Decomposition point [°C] | 1300°C |
Appearance | White powder |
Assay (acidimetric) | 99 – 101% |
Substance insoluble in dilute HCl | Max 0.015% |
Chloride (Cl) | Max 0.002% |
Sulphide (S) | Max 0.001% |
Heavy metal (as Pb) | Max 0.001% |
Iron (Fe) | Max 0.002% |
Calcium (Ca) | Max 0.05% |
Strontium (Sr) | Max 0.7% |
Potassium (K) | Max 0.005% |
Sodium (Na) | Max 0.02% |
Substance oxidizable (as NO3) | Max 0.005% |