Cellulose Acetate EP
| Test | Specification…….EP |
| Character | It occurs as a white, yellowish-white or greyish-white, hygroscopic powder or granules. |
| Identification
Test A |
a. Infrared absorption spectrophotometry. |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water, soluble in acetone, in formic acid and in a mixture of equal volumes of methanol and methylene chloride, practically insoluble in ethanol (96%) |
| Free acid | Not more than 0.1%, calculated as acetic acid (dried substances) |
| Loss on drying | Not more than 5.0% |
| Sulfated ash | Not more than 0.1% |
| Apparent viscosity | Specified Test |
| Assay
Acetyl groups |
Not less than 29.0% and not more than 44.8% of acetyl group (dried substances) |
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
GLP, cGMP (FDA) Approved, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 17025, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, FSSAI, Halal and Kosher certified.
We observe WHO Good manufacturing practice and Good laboratory practice.
