Molecular Formula	C42H38O20
Molecular Weight	862.72
Description	A fine brown hygroscopic powder.
Identification	Complies with BP requirement.
PH	Between 6.3 - 9.0
Loss on Drying	Not more than 5%
Residue on Ignition (Sulphuric Acid being omitted)	Not more than 18%
Heavy Metals	Not more than 0.006%
Assay ( Dried basis )	Between 20% and 22%
Microbiological Test
Total Plate Count	NMT 1000 cfu/g
Yeast and Mold	NMT 100 cfu/g
E.Coli	Negative
Salomenella	Negative
Bulk Density :
As Such	0.40
After 20 tappings	0.45
Particle Size Distribution	100%	60 Mesh	250 microns
	98%	80 Mesh	180 microns
	95%	100 Mesh	150 microns
Packing	25/50 Kg. Fibre Drums with Double Poly Liners inside.
Storage	Store in a cool, dry place protected from direct sunlight
Shelf Life	5 Years.
Batch Size	500 Kgs.
Action and Uses	LAXATIVE
Note :  Assay as per modified BP Procedure. Parts used for processing - Senna leaves (Cassia Angustifolia)