Cetrimide is an antiseptic which is a mixture of different quaternary ammonium salts including Cetrimonium bromide.
Specifications:
TEST |
SPECIFICATION |
RESULT |
1. Identification |
A. A yellow precipitate is produced |
Complies |
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B. Yellow colour observed in chloroform layer |
Complies |
C. A curdled pale yellow precipitate is formed |
Complies |
|
2. Acidity or alkalinity |
NMT 1.0 ml of either 0.1M HCL or 0.1M NAOH is required to change the colour of Solution |
0.6ML HCL |
3. Miscibility |
The solution remains clear |
Complies |
4. Neutral substances |
The residue weighs not more than 0.4 g. |
0.09 g |
5. Non quaternised amines |
The difference between the volumes corresponding to A and B is not more than 10 ml |
Complies |
6. Iso Propyl Alcohol |
Iso propyl alcohol is not more than 10% v/v |
0.71% V/V |
7. Assay |
Note less than 38% w/v and Not more than 42% w/v |
40.70% w/v |
Packaging details:
Packaging details: |
25kg/drum with double plastic bags inside; packed in a cardboard drum or fiber HDPE drum. |
Storage: |
Stored in a clean, cool, dry area; keep away from moisture and strong, direct light/heat |
Shelf Life: |
5 years if sealed and store away from direct sun light. |