Appearance at 20°C Clear to slightly viscous liquid
Color Golden yellow to reddish-orange
Odor Characteristic, warm saffron odor
Optical rotation (°) +8 / +15
Density at 20°C (g/ml) 0.980 – 1.020
Refractive index nD20 1.4800 – 1.5200
Flash point (°C) > 60
Solubility Slightly soluble in water, soluble in alcohol
Assay (% HPLC) Crocin + Safranal ≥ 10 %