Product Name:	Gallic Acid
WCode:	07-002
CAS No.	149-91-7
Molecular Formula:	C6H2(OH)3COOH
Formula Weight:	170.12

Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State	White crystalline powder
Melting Point	251 °C
Solubility in Water	1.1 (g/100 ml)
NFPA Ratings	Health: 1; Flammability: 0; Reactivity:0
Stability	Stable under ordinary conditions. Hygroscopic.
Applications
Gallic acid and its derivatives are used in making dyes and inks, photographic developers and used as astringents in medically. Some gallates are used as antioxidants in foods.  Tannins (tannic acid or gallotannic acid) are esters of digallic acid. They are widely used in tanning leather, dyeing fabrics, manufacturing inks, and in various medical applications (as astringents and to treat some skin diseases).
Sales Specification
Appearance		White crystalline powder
Content		99.5% Min
Loss on drying		10% Max
Water solution		Clear, yellowish
Sulphate		0.02% Max
Residue on Ignition		0.05% Max
Iron		2 ppm. Max.
Color (APHA)		150 Max.

Packing

In 25 KG plastic woven bag