Sodium Methyl Paraben USP
General Specifications:
| Test | Specification |
| Characters | It occurs as a white hygroscopic powder |
| Identification
Test A Test B |
a. IR absorption spectrum b. Specified Test |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water; sparingly soluble in alcohol; insoluble in fixed oils. |
| pH | Between 9.5–10.5 |
| Chloride | Not more than 0.035% |
| Sulphate | Not more than 0.12% |
| Related substances
p-Hydroxybenzoic acid Unspecified impurities Total Impurities |
Not more than 3.0% Not more than 0.5% Not more than 1.0% |
| Completeness of Solution | Specified Test |
| Water Determination | Not more than 5.0% |
| Residual Solvents | Meets the requirement |
| Assay | Not less than 95.0 % and not more than 102.0% of C8H7 NaO3, calculated on anhydrous basis |
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.
