Physical state at 20 °C | Solid | Odour | Odorless |
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] | 119 – 122 °C | Solubility in water [% weight] | 18 g/l at 20 °C – completely soluble |
Colour | White powder | pH value | 5 – 7 at 18 g/l at 25 °C |
Boiling point [°C] | 216.5°C |
Appearance | A white crystalline powder |
Specific optical rotation ([α]20/D; 10% in water; on dried substance) | -93.0 to -91.0 deg |
Heavy metal (as Pb) | Max 0.001% |
Water (H2O) | Max 0.5% |
Suitability (for microbiology) | Passes test |