(Preservative / Stabilizing Agent)
by Muby Chem
Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing Sodium Benzoate, known for its exceptional purity and efficacy. This compound is particularly valuable in the pharmaceutical industry.
Our advanced technology ensures the consistent quality of Sodium Benzoate, optimizing its effectiveness as a preservative and stabilizing agent in pharmaceutical applications.
Application: MOLBENZ® Na is used as a preservative in certain over-the-counter and prescription medications, particularly in liquid formulations such as cough syrup. It serves as a stabilizing agent, antimicrobial agent and pH-regulating agent, among other functions in the pharmaceutical industry.
| # | PROPERTY | TYPICAL VALUE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molecular Formula | C7H5NaO2 |
| 2 | Molecular Weight | 144.1 g/mol |
| # | TEST | SPECIFICATION - IP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Description | It occurs as white, crystalline or granular powder or flakes; hygroscopic. |
| 2 | Identification Test (A) Test (B) |
(A) A white crystalline precipitate is produced. (B) It gives the reaction of sodium salts and benzoates. |
| 3 | Solubility | It is freely soluble in water, sparingly soluble in ethanol (95%). |
| 4 | Appearance of solution | The solution is clear and not more intensely colored than reference solution YS6. |
| 5 | Acidity or Alkalinity | Specified test. |
| 6 | Arsenic | Not more than 2 ppm. |
| 7 | Chlorinated compounds | Specified test. |
| 8 | Loss on drying | Not more than 2.0%. |
| 9 | Assay | Not less than 99.0% and not more than 100.5% of C7H5NaO2 calculated on the dried basis. |
MOLBENZ® Na is packed in HDPE bag or HDPE drum with double PE liners inside having bar-coded label and tamper-evident seal.
The shelf life is 3 years. It is kept tightly closed container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
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