Barquim - Physical and Chemical Specifications -

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FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE BROWN
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES	LIMITS	METHOD
1.- Appearance	Brownish yellow to reddish brown powder, has a slight ammoniacal odor, soluble in water and insoluble in alcohol	FCC,USP
2.- Identification	Passes test.	FCC, USP
3.- Assay	16.5 - 18.5 %.	FCC, USP
4.- Ferric citrate	Passes test.	FCC, USP
5.- Oxalate	Passes test.	FCC, USP
6.- Sulfate	Maximum 0.3 %.	FCC, USP
7.- Arsenic	Maximum 3 ppm.	USP
8.- Lead	Maximum 2 ppm.	FCC, USP
9.- Mercury	Maximum 1 ppm.	FCC, USP
<< Product Safety Data Sheet
Retest period: The product should be controlled every 2 years. Security: Low risk product, use of gloves, mouth cover, and coif. Storage: Ferric ammonium citrate brown is very deliquescent and is reduced to ferrous salt by light, so it should be stored in a well-closed container protected from light in a dry, and clean area.