Reference Number: ESCULIN
Aesculin
CAS No: 66778-17-4
Appearance: White crystalline powder.
Solubility: Soluble in hot alcohol, methanol, pyridine, ethyl acetate and acetic acid. Slightly
Soluble in water.
Reaction: Reaction of 1% w/V aqueous solution at 25ºC
pH: Min. 5.30 max. 6.30
Esculin Hydrolysis: Positive reaction, blackening of medium around the colony
Esculin Hydrolysis: Positive reaction, blackening of medium around the colony
Melting point: 201°C to 203°C
Specific rotation [æ] 20°/D°: -86.7° to -89.2°
Water (Karl fisher): <= 7.5%
Assay: Min. 98.00