(Suspending Agent / Binding Agent)
by Muby Chem
Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing Xanthan Gum known for its exceptional purity and efficacy. This compound is particularly valuable in the pharmaceutical industry.
Our cutting-edge technology ensures uniformity and consistency in the formulation of Xanthan Gum making it a reliable and effective suspending agent.
Applications: MOLGUM™ X is commonly used as a viscosity modifier in eye drops and ointments, in gel formulations for topical application, such as ointments, creams or gels and oral suspensions, such as liquid antibiotics or antacids. It is used as a binding agent in tablets.
| # | TEST | SPECIFICATION - USP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Description | It occurs as cream-colored powder. |
| 2 | Identification Test (A) |
(A) A firm, rubbery gel forms with the sample after the temperature drops below 40°, but no such gel forms with the Control. |
| 3 | Solubility | It is soluble in hot or cold water. |
| 4 | Arsenic | Not more than 3 µg/g. |
| 5 | Lead | Not more than 5 µg/g. |
| 6 | Limit of isopropyl alcohol | Not more than 0.075%. |
| 7 | Pyruvic acid | Not less than 1.5% of pyruvic acid. |
| 8 | Loss on drying | Not more than 15.0%. |
| 9 | Ash | Between 6.5% to 16.0%, calculated on dried basis. |
| 10 | Carbon Dioxide | Between 4.2% to 5.0%. |
| 11 | Assay | Not less than 91.0% and not more than 108.0% of xanthan gum. |
MOLGUM™ X is packed in HDPE bag or HDPE drum with double PE liners inside and is provided with a barcoded label and a tamper-evident seal.
The shelf life is 3 years. It is stored in a tightly closed container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
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