Melting point | 252 °C (dec.)(lit.)
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Boiling point | 259.73°C (rough estimate) |
density | 1.694 |
refractive index | 1.5690 (estimate) |
storage temp. | Store below +30°C. |
pka | 4.41(at 25℃) |
form | Powder |
color | Off-white |
Water Solubility | 12 g/L cold water |
Merck | 14,4345 |
BRN | 2050274 |
Stability: | Stability Stable, but may discolour upon exposure to light. Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides. |
Gallic acid has many uses in pharmaceuticals, inks, dyes, food, light industry and organic synthesis.