Physical state and appearance: Solid. (Granular, crystalline powder.)
Odor: Odorless to acetic (Slight.)
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 82.03 g/mole
Color: Colorless. White.
pH (1% soln/water): 11 [Basic.]
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: 324°C (615.2°F)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 1.528 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water.
Solubility: Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.