Physical state at 20 °C | Solid | Odour | Odorless |
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] | 60°C | Solubility in water [% weight] | Soluble in water |
Colour | White crystalline | Density [g/cm3] | 1.92 |
pH value | 4.2 – 4.5 |
Appearance | White powder or colorless crystals |
Assay (on anhydrous basis) | 98.0 – 103.0% |
Identification as per IP | Passes test |
pH (5% solution in water) | 4.1 – 4.5 |
Insoluble substances | Max 0.2% |
Chloride (Cl) | Max 0.014% |
Sulphate (SO4) | Max 0.15% |
Aluminium, calcium and related elements | Passes test |
Arsenic (As) | Max 0.0008% |
Heavy metal | Max 0.002% |
Water (H2O) | 18.0 – 26.5% |