Gallic Acid

Synonyms: Gallic acid, Trihydroxybenzoic acid,

CAS Number: 149-91-7,

Molecular Weight: 170.12,

Chemical Formula: C7H6O5,

EINECS EC Number: 205-749-9,

FEMA: ...

Specifications of Gallic Acid

Description: White to Creamy white crystalline powder, odorless.
Solubility: Soluble in hot water. Freely soluble in ethanol 95% and acetone.
Assay (On Dried Basis): Minimum 99.00%
Loss on Drying at 105C: Maximum 10.00%
Residue on Ignition: Maximum 0.10%
Sulphate: Maximum 0.02%
Tannic Acid and Related Substances (TLC): To pass the test.
Heavy Metals: Maximum 20 ppm
Arsenic: Maximum 4 ppm.