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CIN U46909GJ2025PTC164345
Picric Acid
CAS 88-89-1 · C6H3N3O7 · ≥98% Technical (wetted)
Structural formula1. Product identity
| Product name | Picric Acid |
|---|---|
| C.A.S. number | 88-89-1 |
| Molecular formula | C6H3N3O7 |
| Molecular weight | 229.10 g/mol |
| Grade / standard | ≥98% Technical (wetted) |
| Description | Yellow crystalline solid |
| Product group | Nitrophenol |
| Category | Acids & Alkalis |
| Country of origin | India |
| Packing | Bags, drums, carboys, IBC or ISO tank as applicable — customer-specified packing available |
| Storage | Cool, dry, well-ventilated place in tightly closed original packing |
2. Analytical specification
| S. No. | Test parameter | Specification | Typical result | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Description | Yellow crystalline solid | Complies | Visual |
| 2 | Identification | Conforms to the structure of the substance | Complies | FTIR / Chemical test |
| 3 | Solubility | As per specification | Complies | Visual / Monograph |
| 4 | Assay | Not less than 98.0 % w/w | 98.57 | Titrimetry / Instrumental |
| 5 | Matter Insoluble in Water | Not more than 0.05 % w/w | 0.006 | Gravimetry |
| 6 | pH (5 % w/v aqueous solution) | As per specification | 5.2 | Potentiometry |
| 7 | Chloride (as Cl) | Not more than 0.01 % w/w | 0.0032 | Turbidimetry / IC |
| 8 | Sulphate (as SO4) | Not more than 0.02 % w/w | 0.0060 | Turbidimetry / IC |
| 9 | Iron (as Fe) | Not more than 20 ppm | 6.9 ppm | ICP-OES / AAS |
| 10 | Heavy Metals (as Pb) | Not more than 10 ppm | Less than 5 ppm | ICP-OES |
| 11 | Moisture | Not more than 1.0 % w/w | 0.41 | Karl Fischer / Gravimetry |
3. Declaration
This document sets out the standard specification for Picric Acid and applies to all consignments of this product and grade supplied by Scapex Exports Pvt. Ltd. It is not a lot-specific release document; a lot-specific certificate carrying the analysis of the material actually shipped is issued with, and travels with, each consignment. Scapex Exports supplies against customer-specified assay limits and pharmacopoeial standards — send your specification sheet and we confirm compliance in writing before the order is accepted.