Appearance
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White crystalline powder
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Specific optical rotation ([α]20/D; 10% w/v solution containing 0.4% v/v of 5M ammonia )
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+18.50 to +19.50 deg
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Acidity
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Passes test
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Loss on drying (at 100°C)
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Max 0.5%
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Sulphated ash
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Max 0.1%
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Lead (Pb)
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Max 0.001%
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Chloride (Cl)
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Max 0.033%
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