Calcium Saccharate USP
Abstract:
Calcium Saccharate is the calcium salt form of glucaric acid, a natural substance found in many fruits and vegetables.
Identity:
Chemical Name: Calcium Saccharate
Molecular Formula: C6H8CaO8.4H2O
Molecular Weight: 320.26g/mol
CAS No: 5793-89-5
General Specifications:
| Test | Specification |
| Character | It occurs as white crystalline powder. |
| Identification
Test A Test B |
1. It gives reaction of calcium. 2. Infrared absorption |
| Solubility | Soluble in dilute mineral acids and in solutions of calcium gluconate; slightly soluble in boiling water; very slightly soluble in alcohol and cold water; practically insoluble in ether and chloroform. |
| Chloride | Not more than 0.07% |
| Sulfate | Not more than 0.12% |
| Sucrose and reducing sugars | Specified test. No red precipitate is formed immediately |
| Specific Optical rotation | Between +18.50 to +22.50 |
| Residual solvent | Meets the requirement |
| Assay | Not less than 98.5% and not more than 102.0% |
Shelf life, Storage and Packing
It should be stored in a segregated area in a cool and ventilated place away from combustible materials. Keep in a tightly closed container, sealed until ready for use. It is packed in 25kg or 50kg HDPE bags or drums as required.
Other
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We observe WHO Good manufacturing practice and Good laboratory practice.
