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CD Formulation |
| Product # |
PE-0545 |
| Pricing |
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Excipients for Liquid Dosage Form
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| Applications |
Lanolin alcohol is used in topical preparations and cosmetics. It is a hydrophobic substrate with soft and lubricating properties, such as preparations for dry skin and dry eyes. It is also used in oil-in-water (w/o) creams and ointments in concentrations as low as 2% w/w. Adding 5% lanolin alcohol can increase the amount of water added to mineral oil by 3.times. This emulsion is not destroyed when citric acid, lactic acid or tartaric acid is added.
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| Incompatibilities |
Incompatibility with coal tar, ichthyite, phenol and resorcinol.
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| Synonyms |
wool wax alcohols
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| CAS Number |
8027-33-6
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| Category |
Emulsifier; Ointment Base
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| UNII |
884C3FA9HE
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| Chemical Name |
Lanolin alcohols
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| Grade |
Pharmceutical Excipients
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| Administration route |
Ophthalmic and topical
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| Dosage Form |
Ophthalmic and topical preparations
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| Stability and Storage Conditions |
Lanolin alcohol can gradually autoxize during storage. It should be filled in an airtight container and kept in a cool and dry place away from light. The normal storage period is about 2 years.
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| Source and Preparation |
Lanolin is saponified and separated to remove cholesterol and other alcohols.
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