Molekula
Norit C extra USP
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Norit C extra USP is a high-purity, powdered, steam-activated carbon designed for pharmaceutical applications, primarily used in decolorization and purification processes in drug manufacturing, water treatment, and air filtration. It effectively adsorbs organic compounds, chlorine, and odors while meeting strict USP (United States Pharmacopeia) standards for safety and performance. This product has a CAS number of 7440-44-0, with a molecular formula of C and a molecular weight of 12.01 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Norit C extra USP from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Black Powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | neutral |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 15.0% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 0.2% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 4.0% |
| Bulk density | ca. 300kg/m3 |
| Moisture | ≤ 10.0% |
| Sulfide | passes test |
| Microbial Limit | passes test |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.2% |
| Specific surface area | ca. 1100m2/g |
| Acid soluble | ≤ 3.5% |
| Cyanogen compounds | passes test |
| Uncarbonised constituents | passes test |
| Adsorptive power: Alkaloids | passes test |
| Adsorptive power: Dyes | ≥ 0.7ml |
| Methylene blue adsorption | ≥ 19g/100g |
| Iodine number | ca. 1000 |
| Particle size, D10 | ca. 4μm |
| Particle size, D50 | ca. 20μm |
| Particle size, D90 | ca. 80μm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Steel gray to black greasy feeling solid. |
| Odour | Odorless. |
| Melting Point | 3650 °C (Sublimes) |
| Boiling Point | 3825 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.8-3.51 (relative, water = 1) |
| Vapour Pressure | 1 mmHg at 3586 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 5462310 (HSDB, The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), PAC Chemical Database, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90032253 |
| CAS Number | 7440-44-0 |
| IUPAC Name | methane |
| EC Number | 215-609-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C |
| Molecular Weight | 12.01 |
| Exact Mass | 12 |
| SMILES | [C] |
| InChIKey | OKTJSMMVPCPJKN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C |
| PubChem CID | 5462310 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 38021000 |
| Tariff Code | 3802100090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
- P402 Store in a dry place
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 16291-96-6 (Parent)
- 64365-11-3 (activated)
- AC1NUWBM
- Acetylene black
- Acticarbone
- Actidose
- Carbon 12
- Carbon, Vitreous
- Elemental Carbon
- SUPERSORBON S1
Frequently asked questions
What is Norit C extra USP used for?
Norit C extra USP is a high-purity activated carbon used primarily in pharmaceutical applications for decolorization, purification, and adsorption of organic impurities in liquids and gases.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Norit C extra USP?
The chemical formula is C (carbon), and the molecular weight is 12.01 g/mol (approximate for elemental carbon).
How should Norit C extra USP be stored?
Store Norit C extra USP in a dry, well-ventilated area at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible substances.
What grade of Norit C extra USP does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies USP-grade Norit C extra, meeting United States Pharmacopeia standards for pharmaceutical applications.
Can Molekula supply Norit C extra USP in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply Norit C extra USP in bulk, with quantities tailored to customer requirements—please contact us for specifics.
What documentation comes with an order of Norit C extra USP?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a pharmaceutical-grade compliance certificate for traceability.
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