| Appearance |
Transparent, viscous gel |
| Color |
Clear to pale yellow |
| Odor |
Slightly herbal, fresh, mild odor |
| Texture |
Smooth, slippery, slightly sticky |
| pH |
4.0 - 5.0 |
| Solubility |
Soluble in water, insoluble in oils |
| Specific Gravity |
0.90 - 1.05 |
| Viscosity |
10,000 - 40,000 cps (depending on purity) |
| Moisture Content |
95% - 99% |
| Density |
0.9 - 1.0 g/cm³ |
| Refractive Index |
1.333 - 1.350 |
| Ash Content |
< 0.5% |
| Purity |
Typically > 99% pure gel |
| Shelf Life |
1-2 years (under proper storage) |
| Storage Conditions |
Cool, dry place; avoid direct sunlight |
