Selenium Sulfide is an inorganic compound with antifungal properties. It helps in the reduction of the gritty, scaly particles that cause dandruff. It is also applied in the treatment of seborrhea and tinea versicolor.
SR. No | Criteria | Limit/Specification |
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1 | Appearance | Reddish -Brown to bright orange powder, having not more than a faint color |
2 | Residue on ignition | NMT 0.2% |
3 | Solubility | Practically insoluble in water and Inorganic solvents |
4 | Identification | Identification A (Colorimetric) Identification B (Turbidity) |
5 | Soluble Selenium Compounds | The Absorbance of the test solution is not greater than standard solution |
6 | Additional Test: Particle size | 100% less than 10 microns |
7 | Assay (Se Content) | 52.0% - 55.5% |
8 | Packing & Storage | Preserve in well closed Containers |