Test | Specification...BP |
Characters | White or almost white, crystalline powder or granular crystals, slightly deliquescent in moist air. |
Identification
Test(A) Test(B) |
(a) Specified test. The solution gives the reaction of citrates. (b) 1 ml of solution gives reaction of sodium. |
Solubility | Freely soluble in water, practically insoluble in ethanol (96%) |
Appearance of the solution | The solution is clear and colorless. |
Acidity or Alkalinity | Specified Test. |
Readily Carbonisable substances | Specified Test. |
Chlorides | Not more than 50 ppm |
Oxalates | Not more than 300 ppm |
Sulfates | Not more than 150 ppm |
Water | Between 11.0% to 13.0% |
Heavy Metals | Not more than 10 ppm |
Assay | Not less than 99.0% and not more than 101.0% calculated on the anhydrous basis. |
Test | Specification...IP |
Appearance | White, granular crystals or a white, crystalline powder; odorless; slightly deliquescent in moist air. |
Solubility | Freely soluble in water, practically insoluble in alcohol |
Appearance of solution | The solution is clear and colorless |
Acidity or alkalinity | Passes test |
Arsenic | Maximum 2ppm |
Heavy metals | Maximum 10ppm |
Chlorides | Maximum 100ppm |
Oxalate | Maximum 300ppm as anhydrous oxalic acid |
Sulphates | Maximum 150ppm |
Tartrates | Passes test |
Readily carbonizable substances | Passes test |
Assay | Not less than 99% and not more than 101% |
Shelf life, Storage and Packing
It should be stored in a segregated area in a cool and ventilated place away from combustible materials. Keep in a tightly closed container, sealed until ready for use. It is packed in 25kg or 50kg HDPE bags or drums as required.
Other
GLP, cGMP (FDA) Approved, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 17025, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, FSSAI, Halal and Kosher certified.
We observe WHO Good manufacturing practice and Good laboratory practice.