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LYCATAB® PGS is a natural pregelatinized maize starch that has been specially developed as a binder for wet granulation. This excipient is dispersible and partially soluble in cold water and ready for use. The properties of LYCATAB® PGS result from a combination of the natural binding properties of pregels starches and a controlled manufacturing process. The latter ensure this natural origin excipient of high stability reproducible binding properties during granulation and dissolution profile of actives in the final forms. LYCATAB® PGS can be used in granules and swallowable forms in both pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications.
LYCATAB® PGS
LYCATAB® PGS is a natural pregelatinized maize starch that has been specially developed as a binder for wet granulation. This excipient is dispersible and partially soluble in cold water and ready for use. The properties of LYCATAB® PGS result from a combination of the natural binding properties of pregels starches and a controlled manufacturing process. The latter ensure this natural origin excipient of high stability reproducible binding properties during granulation and dissolution profile of actives in the final forms. LYCATAB® PGS can be used in granules and swallowable forms in both pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications.
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Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
CAS No.
9005-25-8
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Ingredient Claims
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Applications
Manufacturing Technology
Properties
Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Iron Content (Monitoring plan) | max. 20 | ppm | EP-USP/ NF |
| Loss on Drying | max. 14.0 | % | USP / NF |
| Loss on Drying | max. 15.0 | % | EP |
| Particle Size (Residue on 315 micron) | max. 20 | % | |
| Particle Size (Residue on 80 micron) | min. 50 | % | |
| pH | 4.5 - 7.0 | EP-USP/ NF | |
| Residue On Ignition (Monitoring plan) | max. 0.5 | % | USP / NF |
| Sulfated Ash Content (Monitoring plan) | max. 0.6 | % | EP |
| Sulfur Dioxide Content (Monitoring plan) | max. 80 | ppm | USP / NF |
| Sulfur Dioxide Content (Monitoring plan) | max. 50 | ppm | EP |
Microbiological Values
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Escherichia Coli (Monitoring plan) | Absence in 10g | ||
| Salmonella Species (Monitoring plan) | Absence in 10g | ||
| Total Aerobic Microbial Count | max. 1000 | CFU/g | |
| Total Yeasts and Moulds Count | max. 100 | CFU/g |
Odor
Odorless
Physical Form
Powder
Appearance
White or yellowish-White powder
Color
White or Yellowish
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Shelf Life
5 Years
Storage and Handling
The product durability may vary according to packaging type and manufacturing plant. Proper information is shown on labelling and CoA. We recommend to preserve the product in its unopened original packaging, preferably protected from wide variations of temperature and humidity. Upon opening, use the product as quickly as possible to prevent moisture regain.
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