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Identification & Functionality
LIPOXOL 300 MED Features & Benefits
Applications & Uses
- LIPOXOL MED grades are widely used excipients in a variety of pharmaceutical preparations. The liquid LIPOXOL MED grades are used as solvent, solubilizer and viscosity regulator in liquid pharmaceutical formulations. Mixtures of liquid and solid LIPOXOL MED grades are used as ointment bases. Solid LIPOXOL MED grades are used as suppository bases and act as binders and plasticizers for tablets.
- The liquid LIPOXOL MED grades are readily soluble in water and miscible in all portions with other grades. With increasing molecular weight the solubility in water is slightly lowered.
- The LIPOXOL MED grades are (according to their molecular weight) soluble in polar organic solvents like alcohols, benzene, glycerine glycol and chloroform. No or slight solubility is given in aliphatic hydrocarbons, ethers and fats. LIPOXOL MED grades can be used to enhance the aqueous solubility or dissolution characteristics of poorly soluble compounds.
- Due to their hygroscopicity the LIPOXOL MED grades are used as moisturizers which provide soft and readily dispersible ointment bases causing a liquid flow opposed to the resorption. On skin they show a cleansing and drying effect. Therefore LIPOXOL MED containing ointments can be used to treat wet and inflamed wounds.
- Liquid LIPOXOL MED grades are used as water miscible solvents dedicated for dissolution of actives in soft gelatine capsules. Aqueous solutions of LIPOXOL MED grades can be either used as suspending agents or to adjust the viscosity and consistency of pharmaceutical products. When used in combination with emulsifiers LIPOXOL MED grades can act as emulsion stabilizers.
Properties
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Color Number (APHA, 25% in water) | max. 15 | mg Pt/l | DIN EN 1557 |
Color Number (25 % in water) | min. 6 | BY | Ph. Eur. |
Average molar mass | 285 - 315 | g/mol | Calc. from OH no |
pH (5 % in demin. water) | 4.5 - 7.5 | - | USP/NF |
Dynamic Viscosity at 20°C | 80 - 105 | mPa.s | Ph. Eur. |
Kinematic Viscosity at 98.9°C | 5.4 - 6.4 | mm2/s | USP/NF |
Heavy Metals as Pb | max. 5 | mg/kg | USP/NF |
Ethylene and Diethylene Glycol Content | max. 2500 | mg/kg | AB 039 010 (Internal Method) |
Ethylene Glycol Content | max. 620 | mg/kg | AB 039 010 (Internal Method) |
Acid/alkaline React. Substances | max. 0.1 | ml 0.1 M NaOH | Ph. Eur. |
Red. substances | min. 3 | R | Ph. Eur. |
Sulfate Ash Content | max. 0.1 | % | - |
1,4-Dioxane Content | max. 1 | mg/kg | Ph. Eur. |
Surface Tension (at 20°C) | 48.0 | mN/m | - |
Water Content | max. 1.0 | % | - |
Ethylene Oxide Content | max. 1 | mg/kg | Ph. Eur. |
Acid Number | max. 0.2 | mg KOH/g | EN ISO 2114 |
Flash Point | approx. 220 | °C | ISO 2592 |
Ignition Temperature | approx. 370 | °C | DIN 51794 |
Freezing Point | -20 to -10 | °C | - |
Density at 20°C | approx. 1.12 | g/cm3 | - |
Formaldehyde Content | max. 30 | mg/kg | Ph. Eur. |
Assay Content | 95 - 105 | % | USP/NF |
Hydroxyl Number | 356 - 394 | mg KOH/g | DIN EN 13296 |
Regulatory & Compliance
Technical Details & Test Data
California Prop. 65 list
LIPOXOL MED grades contains the following chemicals found on the California Proposition 65 list of chemicals published by the Governor of California:
- 1,4-Dioxane (max. 1 mg/kg)
- Ethylene oxide (max. 1 mg/kg)
- Formaldehyde (max. 30 mg/kg)
- Ethylene glycol (max. 620 mg/kg)
Cosmetic
Assuming the use of the raw materials and manufacturing process currently employed the LIPOXOL MED grades fulfills the requirements regarding the annexes of the regulation No. (EC) 1223/2009 with the exception of very small amounts of free Ethylene oxide (≤ 1 ppm), Formaldehyde (≤ 30 ppm) and 1,4-Dioxane (≤ 1 ppm) which are characteristic for this type of product.
With regard to the Diethylene glycol content which is limited to max. 0.1% for the ready to use cosmetic product (Annex III) please consider the Diethylene glycol content of the relevant LIPOXOL MED type (exception for LIPOXOL 300 MED).
CMR
We hereby confirm that, to the best of our present knowledge, assuming the use of the raw materials and manufacturing process currently employed, LIPOXOL MED does not contain any CMR-substances classified as CMR category 1A, 1B an 2 in accordance with regulation No. (EC) 1272/2008 and its adaptations, with the exception of very small amounts of free Ethylene oxide (≤ 1 ppm), Formaldehyde (≤ 30 ppm) and 1,4-Dioxane (≤ 1 ppm) which are characteristic for this type of product.
Halal
- LIPOXOL MED grades are not produced under muslimic supervision
- Intermediates, starting material and LIPOXOL MED grades are of non-animal origin
- LIPOXOL MED grades are made by a process in which only auxiliaries of non-animal origin have been used
- Processing equipment is only used for products of non-animal origin
- We permit in case of request a muslimic inspection of the production plant
LIPOXOL MED grades are free of Lactose, Latex, Gluten, Yeast, Maize, Wheat, Pork, Starch, Dyes and Nuts
Microbiological purity
- The parameter given in chapter 5.1.4 (Microbiological quality of non-sterile pharmaceutical preparations and substances for pharmaceutical use) are regularly checked.
- The determination of TAMC (total aerobic microbial count) and TYMC (total yeasts and molds count) is done according to Ph. Eur. 2.6.12. (Microbiological examination of non-sterile products: microbial enumeration tests) and the limits of
- TAMC ≤ 1000 cfu/g
- TYMC ≤ 100 cfu/g can be confirmed.
Retest date
- LIPOXOL MED grades with an average molecular weight of < 1000 g/mol: 2 years starting with the date of production
- LIPOXOL MED grades with an average molecular weight of ≥ 1000 g/mol: 3 years starting with the date of production
SVHC substances
Assuming the use of the raw materials and manufacturing process currently employed the LIPOXOL MED grades do not contain any substances from the SVHC list (candidate list).
WADA list
Assuming the use of the raw materials and manufacturing process currently employed the LIPOXOL MED grades do not contain any substances from the WADA list (world anti-doping association).
GMP Status
The following products are produced and filled according to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standard relating to Article 47 Directive 2001/83/EC:
- LIPOXOL 300 MED up to 8000 MED in tank cars
Packaging & Availability
Regional Availability
Road tankers (melt), steel drums of 220 kg.
Storage & Handling
Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling
- No special technical protective measures required.
Advice on protection against fire and explosion
- Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Fire-fighting class
- B: Fires involving liquids or liquid containing substances. Also includes substances which become liquid at elevated temperatures.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage class (TRGS 510)
- 10-13: German Storage Class 10 to 13
Other data
- Keep in a dry place.
Container Material
- Suitable Materials: Steel