Jost Chemical - Sodium Carbonate Anhydrous NF / EP, CAS Number 497-19-8

	Sodium Carbonate Anhydrous NF/EP Fine Granular Jost Code 2746
Sodium Carbonate can be used in pharmaceuticals and in oral care products. Product specifications, MSDS’s and certifications are available under Additional Information.

Chemical Data
Chemical Formula	Na₂CO₃
CAS Number	497-19-8
Molecular Weight	105.99
Use	Pharmaceuticals; Oral Care
Description	White, granular
Containers	50 kg / 110 lb. fiber drums; 25 kilogram EU packs only
Storage	Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.
Revision Date	1/3/06

Chemical Specifications
Tests	Specifications
Appearance	white, granular crystals
Identification
Sodium	Positive
Carbonate	Positive
Assay	99.5 - 100.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	0.001% maximum
LOD (NF)	0.5% maximum
LOD (EP)	1.0% maximum
Chloride	125 ppm maximum
Sulfate	250 ppm maximum
Iron	50 ppm maximum
Arsenic	3.1 ppm maximum
Alkali Hydroxides and Bicarbonates	pass
OVI	Conforms to NF