Applications As an ingredient used in hams, sausages, seasoning liquids and other food stuff. It is advised to be added either solely or with other flavor-enhancers, such as MSG. Parameter Standard Appearance White crystal Assay ,% *****1 PH,5% solution 7.**9.0 Loss on drying(**0C,2hr) ,% ****1() ≤2.0() Lead(as Pb),% ≤0.**2 Sulphate(as SO4),% ≤0.**9 Heavy Metals,% ≤0.**2 Readily oxidizable substance Red color will be sustained 3 minutes as least