Alginic acid is a hydrophilic colloidal carbohydrate extracted with dilute alkali from various species of brown seaweeds (Phaeophyceae).
N.F. Functional Use: Tablet Disintegrant; Suspending / Viscosity-Increasing Agent; Tablet Binder
Chemical Formula |
(C6H3O6)n |
CAS # |
9005-32-7 |
Safety Information |
|
Health Hazard |
1 |
Fire Hazard |
1 |
Reactivity |
0 |
Test |
Specification |
Acid Value | Min. 230 |
pH of a 3 in 100 Dispersion in H2O | 1.5-3.5 |
MAXIMUM LIMITS | |
Microbial Limits | To pass test |
Loss on Drying | 15.0% |
Ash | 4.0% |
Arsenic (As) | 3 ppm |
Lead (Pb) | 0.001% |
Heavy Metals | 0.004% |
UPS limit |
150 lb |
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