Chemical Name Sodium-5-Methoxy-2[(4-methoxy-3, 5-dimethyle-pyridin-2yl)methyl] Molecular Formula C17 H20 N3O4S   Molecular Weight 385.4 Description White to almost white powder, hygroscope in nature. Solubility Soluble in water, ethanol & soluble in Dichloro methane Identification (a) By U.V., by Sodium salt test. (b) By I.R Appearance of solution Clear in water ph of solution Between 10.3 to 11.3 Water Between 4.5% to 10.0% Heavy Metals 20 ppm (N.M.T.) Omeprazole Impurity By T.L.C. Related Substances By H.P.L.C. Assay 99% Min. End Use Anti-ulcerative Packaging and Labelling The substance is packed in Fibre Drums. 25 Kg./5 Kg./10 Kg. Each packaging is identified with a label including the substance name, net mass, manufacturer name and lot number. Storage Store in a dry place at temperature below 25oC and protect from light.