Article No. 05475
Purity 98%
Molecular Formula C10H12O5
H.S. Code 2918.2930
Grade Extra Pure
CAS No. 121-79-9
Molecular Weight 212.20
Shelf Life 60 Months

Physical Properties

Physical state at 20 °C Solid Colour Off white powder
Odour Odorless pH value 5.7 - 6.3
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] 146 - 149 °C Auto-ignition temperature [°C] 438°C
Flash point [°C] 187 °C Vapour density 7.3
Density [g/cm3] 1.21 Solubility in water [% weight] Soluble in water
Partition coefficient Log Pow octanol / water at 20°C 1.51

Specifications

Appearance White to almost white powder Assay (on dried basis) 98 - 102%
Solubility Passes test Identification as per BP, IP Passes test
Melting range 148 - 151°C Appearance of solution Passes test
Residue on ignition Max 0.1% Loss on drying (at 105°C) Max 0.5%
Gallic acid Max 0.5% Total chlorine (as Cl) Max 0.02%
Chloride (Cl) Max 0.01% Heavy metal (as Pb) Max 0.001%
Zinc (Zn) Max 0.0025%

Safety Information and Hazard Symbols

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Symbol: GHS07
Signal Word: Warning
Hazardous Statement: H302-H317
Precaution Statement: P280