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PHARMACOAT® 606

PHARMACOAT® 606 is a binder, it does not interact with drugs. It has superior stability, a non-ionic character and is widely used as a binder for granulation. Due to its plant derived nature and excellent moisture stability, PHARMACOAT®® replaces gelatin in hard capsule manufacturing. It is also used as taste making agent for bitter tasting drugs.

Brand: PHARMACOAT (4 products)

Chemical Name: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose

Functions: Binder, Coating System, Taste Masker

Dosage Form: Capsules, Orally Disintegrating Films (ODFs), Pellets, Tablets

Labeling Claims: Allergen-free, BSE-free, Kosher, Non-GMO, Solvent-free, TSE-free

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Binder,
Coating System,
Taste Masker
CAS No.
9004-65-3
EC No.
618-389-6
Technologies
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Binders & Disintegrants,
Flavors & Taste Maskers,
Pharmaceutical Coatings
Structure

PHARMACOAT® 606 - Structure

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Allergen-free,
BSE-free,
Kosher,
Non-GMO,
Solvent-free,
TSE-free
Features
  • Low viscosity, suitable for film coating with water or solvent (co-solvent of water and ethanol) coating system.
  • Water soluble and non-ionic, less interaction with active pharmaceutical ingredient (API).
  • Applicable as a binder in wet granulation. Low viscosity and soluble polymer, helpful to obtain granules with uniform particle size and good flowability.
  • Applicable also as a solid dispersion carrier.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Healthcare & Pharma
Applications
Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
Oral
Healthcare & Pharma — Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Excipients & Coatings
Dosage Form
Capsules,
Orally Disintegrating Films (ODFs),
Pellets,
Tablets
Manufacturing Technology
Tablet Coating
Application
  • Film Coating
  • Granulation

Properties

Physical Form
Powder,
Solid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hydroxypropoxy Content7.0 - 12.0%-
Methoxy Content28.0 - 30.0%-
Viscosity4.8 - 7.2mPas-
Note

*Viscosity of 2 w/w % aqueous solution at 20°C

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
DMF Type IV,
European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.),
FDA Compliant,
GMP,
Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),
Japan Pharmacopeia (JP),
Kosher,
The Food Allergen Labeling & Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA),
United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
ENCS (Japan),
NZIoC (New Zealand),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TCSI (Taiwan),
TSCA (USA)
Grade
Pharma Grade

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Bags,
Drums
Package
  • 50kg - Fiber drum with polyethylene double bag inside
  • 1kg - Polyethylene double bag

Storage & Handling

Storage

Keep dry. Store away from excess heat and sunlight. Store in sealed containers.