Product Description
Sodium Chloride - IP/BP/EP/USP
We are involved in formulation and supply of Sodium Chloride-IP/BP/EP/USP, which is white crystal. Chemical formula of this compound is Nacl and molecular weight is 58.44. The substance has saline taste and extensively used in food preparation. Furthermore, the compound is also used in making of chemical dyes, soaps, detergents and many more. Sodium chloride is also requirement in formulation of several veterinary medicines.
Specifications:
| Sodium Chloride USP |
| Code Number | 67110 |
| Synonym | Common Salt |
| CAS No. | 7647-14-5 |
| Molecular Formula | NaCl |
| Molecular Weight | 58.44 |
| Description | Colorless, Cubic Crystals, Or White Crystalline Powder, Have A Saline Taste |
| Solubility | Freely Soluble In Water, Slightly More Soluble In Boiling Water |
| Identification | Sodium =+Ve & Chloride =+Ve |
| Appearance Of Solution | 20% W/V Soln.In Co2 Free Water Is Clear And Colourless |
| Acidity & Alkalinity | Max. 0.5 Ml Of 0.01n Naoh/Hcl |
| Magnesium And Alkaline Earth Metals (As Ca) | Max. 0.01 % ( As Ca) |
| Loss On Drying At 105C For 2 Hrs. | Max. 0.5 % |
| Bromides (Br) | Max. 0.01 % |
| Phosphate | Max. 0.0025 % |
| Iodide | Per Usp |
| Iron | Max. 0.0002 % |
| Arsenic | Max. 0.0001 % |
| Barium | Per Usp |
| Ferrocyanide | Per Usp |
| Sulphate | Max. 0.020 % |
| Heavy Metals | Max. 0.0005 % |
| Nitrite | Per Usp |
| Residual Solvents | Per Usp |
| Assay (Dried Basis) | 99--100.5 % |
Premium Quality and ComplianceOur Sodium Chloride meets IP/BP/EP/USP standards, ensuring unmatched purity and compliance with stringent international specifications. Featuring less than 0.05% insoluble matter and maximum allowable limits for impurities, it is the reliable choice for pharmaceuticals, laboratories, and food manufacturing.
Versatile Physical PropertiesThis product appears as a white, odourless crystalline solid, soluble in water and glycerol, and slightly in alcohol. With a melting point of 801C, its stability and neutral pH make it suitable for diverse applications, from lab reagents to food additives.
Safe and Convenient StorageStore Sodium Chloride in tightly sealed containers in cool, dry environments to preserve its purity and crystalline form. It is non-poisonous and safe for handling, making it a dependable option for industrial, laboratory, and commercial use.
FAQs of Sodium Chloride - IP/BP/EP/USP:
Q: How should Sodium Chloride (IP/BP/EP/USP grade) be stored to maintain its quality?
A: Sodium Chloride must be kept in tightly closed containers placed in a dry, cool location to prevent moisture absorption and contaminant ingress. Proper storage helps preserve its crystalline structure and high purity.
Q: What processes ensure the purity of Sodium Chloride listed under IP/BP/EP/USP standards?
A: This grade undergoes rigorous purification and quality testing for insoluble matter, heavy metals, iron, calcium, magnesium, sulphate, and arsenic. Each batch must pass strict solubility, acidity/alkalinity, and loss on drying tests, ensuring purity above 99.5%.
Q: Where is IP/BP/EP/USP-grade Sodium Chloride commonly used?
A: Sodium Chloride of this purity is extensively used in pharmaceuticals, laboratory experiments, food processing, and industrial applications, where compliance with international standards is required for safety and efficacy.
Q: What are the main benefits of using Sodium Chloride with greater than 99.5% purity?
A: High purity ensures minimal contaminants, optimized performance in sensitive applications, and compliance with health and industry regulations. It provides superior safety for pharmaceuticals, food, and laboratory uses.
Q: When should IP/BP/EP/USP-grade Sodium Chloride be selected over technical grade salt?
A: Use IP/BP/EP/USP-grade Sodium Chloride when high purity, strict quality control, and compliance with pharmacopeial standards are essential, especially for pharmaceuticals, laboratory assays, and regulated food applications.
Q: How is Sodium Chloride typically used in laboratory and pharmaceutical environments?
A: In these settings, it serves as a reagent, electrolyte, and formulation ingredient, where precise solubility, pH neutrality, and low impurity levels are crucial for reproducible experimental and medicinal outcomes.
Q: What makes Sodium Chloride suitable as a food additive and pharmaceutical ingredient?
A: Its neutral pH, high purity, absence of toxic impurities, and compliance with international specifications ensure it is safe for ingestion and essential pharmaceutical processes.