Appearance

White or almost white crystal or crystalline   powder,odorless.

White   powder

Identification

As per JP15

Positive

Assay

97~103%

99.00%

Loss On Drying

0.5%max

0.30%

Melting Point

67.0~72.0°C

68.0~70.0°C

Specific Rotation

+39°~+43°(0.2 g in 10ml chloroform)

'+39.5°

Residue On Ignition

0.1max

0.04%

Purity

(1)Clarity and Color of Solution: Clear and   colorless.

Conforms

(2)Heavy Metals: 10PPm max

Conforms

(3)Other Steroids: Meets the requirements.

Conforms

Conclusion

The   specifications conform with JP15 standard.