Description
| CAS | 50-81-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H8O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 176.12 |
| Shelf Life | 36 Months |
| Physical Properties | |||
| Physical State at 20 °C | Solid | Colour | White crystalline |
| Odour | Odorless | pH Value | 1 – 2.5 |
| Melting Point/ Freezing Point [°C] | 190 – 194 °C | Density [g/cm3] | 1.65 |
| Solubility in Water [% weight] | 176 g/l at 20 °C – completely soluble | ||
| Specifications | |||
| Appearance | A white to very pale yellow crystalline powder or colourless crystals; odourless. On exposure to light it gradually darkens. | Assay | 99.0 – 100.5% |
| Specific Rotation [a] 20°C/ d (10% solution) | +20.5° to +21.5° | Residue On Ignition | Max. 0.1% |
| Heavy Metal (As Pb) | Max. 0.002% | Iron (Fe) | Max. 0.001% |
| Dangerous Goods Information | |||
| UN Number | – | DG Class | – |















