QUININE SULFATE

Chemical Properties

Basic quinine sulfate is C₄₀H₅₀N₄O₈S; the dilIyrate, C₄₀H₅₀N₄O₈S·2H20, is dull needles or rods making a light and readily compressible mass that becomes brownish on exposure to light. Slightly soluble in chloroform and ether. Should be kept well closed and protected from light.
Uses are as a protective colloid in preparation of metallic colloidal solutions, photography, dyes, intermediates, synthetic drugs, medicine (antibacterial), process engraving, laboratory reagent, gas analysis (an oxygen absorber), reducing agent, and antioxidant in lubricating oils.

Chemical Properties

Quinine bisulfate has no odor, but has a bitter taste.

Physical properties

Crystals or crystalline powder. White when fresh, but may acquire a brownish tint upon exposure to air.

Uses

Quinine Bisulfate (cas# 549-56-4) is a compound useful in organic synthesis.

Uses

Antiprotozoal (malaria).

Flammability and Explosibility

Non flammable