Alpha Amino Nitrogen

Not less than 3 %

pH Solution

5.5 to 7.0%

Total Nitrogen

Not less than 13.5 %

Proteins

Not less than 84 %

Odour

Characteristic but not putrescent

Loss on Drying

Not more than 5 %

Degree of Hydrolysis

Not less than 22%

Clarity

2 % solution remains clear before and after autoclaving at 121 deg C

Appearance

Yellow to light brown hygroscopic powder