Description:
A white or off-white fine crystalline powder or granules. Odorless and tasteless.
Chemical Formula:
CaSOïï2HO
Identification:
Passes tests for calcium, sulfate, and hydrated water as per NF standards.
Purity:
Loss on Drying: 20.0% to 23.0% (consistent with the dihydrate form).
Acid-Insoluble Substances: Complies with NF specifications.
Heavy Metals: Within permissible NF limits for safety and purity.
pH:
A 1% aqueous suspension has a pH of 5.0 to 7.5.
Solubility:
In Water: Slightly soluble.
In Dilute Acids: Soluble.
Applications:
Pharmaceutical:
Used as an excipient, diluent, or calcium supplement in tablets and capsules.
Food Industry:
Functions as a firming agent, calcium fortifier, or anti-caking agent.
Industrial:
Used in plaster, cements, ceramics, and other construction materials.
Packaging:
Moisture-proof packaging to ensure product stability and quality.
Manufactured by Neelkanth Finechem LLP, ensuring compliance with National Formulary (NF) standards and delivering superior quality for pharmaceutical, food-grade, and industrial applications.