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Potassium Sulfate,
EP Granular
Jost Code 2684 |
| Potassium Sulfate can be used for
pharmaceuticals. Product specifications, MSDS’s and
certifications are available under Additional Information. |
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Chemical Data |
| Chemical
Formula |
K2 SO4
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| CAS Number |
7778-80-5 |
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| Molecular Weight |
174.26 |
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| Use |
Pharmaceuticals |
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| Description |
Translucent crystals |
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| Containers |
300 lb. fiber drums; 25 kilogram
packs EU only |
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| Storage |
Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers. |
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| Revision Date |
11/05/2008 |
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Chemical Specifications |
| Tests |
Specifications |
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| Assay |
98.5 - 101.0% |
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| Solubility |
Clear/colorless |
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| Sodium (Na) |
0.10% maximum |
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| Chloride (Cl) |
40 ppm maximum |
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| Heavy Metals (as Pb) |
20 ppm maximum |
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| Iron (Fe) |
10 ppm maximum |
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| Calcium |
200 ppm maximum |
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| Magnesium |
20 ppm maximum |
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| Acidity or Alkalinity |
0.5 ml of 0.01 N HCI or
NaOH maximum |
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| LOD |
1.0% maximum |
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| Microbial Test Results |
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Aerobic
Plate Count |
1000 cfu / gram maximum |
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Yeast
and Mold Count |
100 cfu / gram maximum |
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Total
Coliforms |
Negative |
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