Physical state at 20 °C | Solid | Odour | Odorless |
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] | 128-131 °C | Solubility in water [% weight] | 691 g/l at 20 °C |
Colour | White crystalline | pH value | 9 |
Density [g/cm3] | 1.4 | Decomposition point [°C] | >=200 °C |
Auto-ignition temperature [°C] | 480 °C | Flash point [°C] | 150 °C |
Boiling point [°C] | 150 – 160°C | Initial boiling point [°C] | 150 °C |
Final boiling point [°C] | 160°C | Vapour density | 4.22 |
Partition coefficient Log Pow octanol / water at 20°C | -0.38 |
Appearance | White crystalline powder |
Assay (by HClO4 titration) | 99 – 101% |
Melting range | 128 – 131 deg C |
Chloride (Cl) | Max 0.002% |
Heavy metal (as Pb) | Max 0.003% |
Nicotinic acid | Max 0.2% |
Loss on drying (at 105°C) | Max 0.2% |