Viscarin® GP109

1 of 5 products in this brand

Viscarin® GP109 with encapsulation manufacturing, caters to drug delivery and oral care solutions in healthcare and pharma markets. It acts as an encapsulant, gelling agent, and stabilizer, offering versatility in formulation and processing aids within pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications.

Manufacturing Technology: Encapsulation

Dosage Form: Soft Gels

Certifications & Compliance Search Terms: National Formulary (NF)

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Polysaccharides
Chemical Name: Carrageenan
Raw Material Origin: Non-Animal Origin
Technologies: Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families: Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Emulsifiers & Stabilizers,
Formulation & Processing Aids,
Modified & Controlled Release

Features & Benefits

Product Benefits

Stabilization of oral liquid formulation.
Adjustment of rheological properties, Emulsification, Improving sensory attributes and mouthfeel.

Applications & Uses

Markets: Healthcare & Pharma
Applications: Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
Oral
Segments: Dietary Supplement,
Pharmaceutical
Applications: Dietary Supplement — Controlled release
Pharmaceutical — Controlled release
Dosage Form: Soft Gels
Manufacturing Technology: Encapsulation

Properties

Appearance

Solid Powder

Odor

Slight marine

Typical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
pH (at 1.5% solution)	7.5 - 10.5
Water Solubility	max. 10	% wt	-
Relative Density (Water = 1)	approx. 1	g/cc	-

Composition


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Carrageenan	95 - 100	wt%	-

Specifications


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Loss on Drying	max. 12.5	%	QCP No 10003
Total Bacterial Count	max. 200	cfu/g	QCP No 40007
Ash Content	max. 35	%	QCP No 50201
Acid Insoluble Matter	max. 2	%	QCP No 50801
Lead Content	max. 0.001	%	QCP No 52901
Arsenic Content	max. 3	ppm	QCP No 52905
Water Viscosity (1.5% solution)	min. 5	mPa.s	QCP No 15002
Particle Size (through USSS 180µm)	min. 95	%	QCP No 10203
Mold and Yeast Count	max. 100	cfu/g	QCP No 40203

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance Search Terms: National Formulary (NF)

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions: Keep/store only in original container. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.Keep away from heat, flames and sparks.