Pyridine is a chemical compound. It is a clear and flammable liquid known for its pungent odor. This chemical has diverse applications across several industries, including the chemical sector where it acts as a solvent for mixing and producing various substances such as pharmaceuticals and pesticides. The pharmaceutical industry relies on pyridine for the synthesis of medicines and essential intermediates.

It is also a staple in laboratory settings, serving various analytical purposes. In the dye industry, pyridine is instrumental in dissolving and working with dyes, and it finds use in the creation of pesticides and herbicides for agricultural purposes. It is also used in the production of drug intermediates.

Three material grades are available:

Grade 1: For analytical chemistry reagents and special pharmaceutical preparations.

Grade 2: Used in drug intermediate manufacturing.

Grade 3: Primarily employed as a solvent in the dyestuff industry.

REQUIREMENTS FOR IS 8041:1990

1.     The material must be a clear liquid free of foreign matter and possess the distinctive odor of pyridine.

2.     The substance should be able to mix with water, alcohol, chloroform, and ether.

3.     When tested as per the prescribed method, the material must meet the requirements outlined in this standard.

4.     Packing and marking should comply with IS 8058:2018. The material must be packed in mild steel drums, with the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) applied to the container, provided that the marked material meets all specification requirements.

5.     Each container should bear the information specified in the standard.

6.     Manufacturers must obtain a BIS license from the Bureau of Indian Standards to use the standard mark (ISI Mark).

TESTS

The following test shall be carried out in accordance with the method prescribed in the standard.

·       Solubility

·       Identity and purity

·       Relative Density

·       Pyridine content

·       Boiling Range

·       Residue on evaporation

·       Ammonium compounds

·       Chlorides

·       Copper

·       Oxidizable substances

·       Moisture content

Benefits of BIS Certification

The BIS registration provides the following benefits:

1.     Increase sales: BIS-registered products are more likely to be of higher quality and attract more customers.

2.     Reduce the amount of money spent on quality maintenance: Upon getting certification, there's no need to follow separate quality guidelines for products.

3.     Enhance product credibility and reduce environmental risk: BIS-certified items are genuine and trustworthy because they work really well and last a long time.

4.     Ensure the highest level of quality and dependability: The presence of a BIS registration number implies that the product is of high quality and dependability.

5.     Ensure the organization’s expansion: BIS certification boosts your product’s reputation, resulting in significant growth and market exposure.

CONCLUSION

Pyridine has been included in the mandatory ISI Certification Scheme under the IS 8058:2018 standard. Manufacturers cannot import, export, or sell this product in the Indian consumer market without the ISI Mark imprinted.

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