POLYOX™ WSR - N60K SFP NF Grade

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POLYOX™ WSR - N60K SFP NF Grade an off-white powder, offers versatile applications. Its industrial additives function as binders and thickeners, aiding in direct compression manufacturing. In pharmaceuticals, it acts as a binder and controlled release agent. Soluble in water, it suits abuse deterrent tablets & capsules, gels, and osmotic pump tablets.

Chemical Name: Polyethylene Oxide

CAS Number: 25322-68-3

Functions: Binder, Controlled Release Agent, Film Former, Flocculant, Lubricant, Lubricant (Internal), Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Dosage Form: Abuse Deterrent Tablets & Capsules, Gels, Osmotic Pump Tablet, Tablets

Manufacturing Technology: Direct Compression

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Ethylene Oxide Copolymers,
Polyethers
Chemical Name
Polyethylene Oxide
Country of Origin
United States of America (USA)
Ingredient Origin
Plant Origin
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Binder,
Controlled Release Agent,
Lubricant,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Binder,
Film Former,
Flocculant,
Lubricant (Internal)
Technologies
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Base Fluids, Glidants & Lubricants,
Binders & Disintegrants,
Formulation & Processing Aids,
Modified & Controlled Release

Features & Benefits

Materials Features
Crosslinkable,
Drag Reduction,
Excellent Thermoplasticity,
Good Thickening Properties,
Good Wet Adhesion Strength,
High Binding Power,
Low Moisture Absorption,
Low Toxicity,
Non-Ionic,
Viscoelastic,
Water Soluble

Applications & Uses

Markets
Healthcare & Pharma
Applications
Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
Oral,
Topical
Segments
Pharmaceutical
Applications
Pharmaceutical — Controlled release
Compatible Polymers & Resins
Cellulose & Cellulosics,
Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA),
Polycaprolactone (PCL),
Polyethylenes (PE),
Polystyrenes (PS),
Polyurethanes (PU),
Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA),
Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVOH)
Dosage Form
Abuse Deterrent Tablets & Capsules,
Gels,
Osmotic Pump Tablet,
Tablets
Manufacturing Technology
Direct Compression
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Blow Molding,
Casting,
Compression Molding,
Injection Molding,
Single Screw Extrusion

Properties

Physical Form
Powder
Soluble In
Propylene Glycol Soluble,
Water Soluble
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (at 2% solution)8.0 - 10.0-PSM 102175
Identification (A,B)*Pass-Current USP/EP/JP
Loss on Drying0 - 1%PSM 102188
Residue on Ignition0 - 2%Current NF
Alkaline Earth Metals0.0 - 1.0%PSM 102225
Viscosity (at 2%, Brookfield)2,000 - 4,000mPa.sPSM 101962
Particle Size Distribution
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Particle Size (Screen <149 micron, through 100 mesh)96 - 100%PSM 102261
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Silicon Dioxide Conent0.8 - 3.0%PSM 101992
Butylated Hydroxytoluene Content100 - 1,000mg/KgPSM 102192
Free Ethylene Oxide0 - 1mg/KgPSM 102104
Note
  • * -  Audit Basis (AB)
  • PHS - All section names come under PHS
  • Alkaline earth metals as CaO.
  • Volatiles - 45 min at 105 deg C.
  • Residue on ignition = non-silicon dioxide.
  • Viscosity - Brookfield RVF, spindle 2, speed 2 rpm, 25 deg C.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance Search Terms
National Formulary (NF)
Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
EINECS (EU),
ELINCS (EU),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
ISHL (Japan),
KECI (Korea),
NDSL (Canada),
NZIoC (New Zealand),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TSCA (USA)
Quality Standards
GMP

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Boxes,
Drums