Viscarin® PH - 109NF

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Viscarin® PH - 109NF employing encapsulation technology, offers BSE-free, TSE-free, palm oil-free, and glycerin-free formulations. It serves as a controlled release agent, encapsulant, gelling agent, stabilizer, and thickener in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications.

Chemical Name: Carrageenan

CAS Number: 9000-07-1

Dosage Form: Soft Gels

Labeling Claims: APE-free, Aluminum-free, Antibiotics-free, BSE-free, Bisphenol A-free, Caffeine Free, Colorants-free, Dioxin-free, Dye Free, Endocrine Disruptor-free, GMO-free, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Glycerin-free, Hormones-free, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free, Natural Latex Rubber-Free, Nitrosamines-free, Non-GMO, PAH-free, PFAS-Free, PFOS-free, PHO (Partially Hydrogenated Oil)-Free, PVC-free, Palm Oil-free, Paraben-free, Perfluorooctanoic Acid-free, Pesticide-free, Phthalates-free, Plasticizer-free, Preservative-free, Sugar-free, TSE-free, Tributyl Tin Compounds-Free, Triphenyl Tin Compounds-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Certifications & Compliance: ABNT NBR 14725, Doping-Free, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.), European Regulation 396/2005/EC, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), IFRA Compliant, National Formulary (NF), Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011, Regulation (EU) No. 1272/2008, Regulation (EU) No. 231/2012

Manufacturing Technology: Encapsulation

Synonyms: Carrageenan gum, Gum carrageenan, SeaKem carrageenin, κλ-Carrageenan

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Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Polysaccharides
Chemical Name
Carrageenan
Ingredient Origin
Non-Animal Origin
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Controlled Release Agent,
Encapsulant,
Gelling Agent,
Stabilizer,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
Technologies
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Emulsifiers & Stabilizers,
Formulation & Processing Aids,
Modified & Controlled Release

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
APE-free,
Aluminum-free,
Antibiotics-free,
BSE-free,
Bisphenol A-free,
Caffeine Free,
Colorants-free,
Dioxin-free,
Dye Free,
Endocrine Disruptor-free,
GMO-free,
Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),
Glycerin-free,
Hormones-free,
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free,
Natural Latex Rubber-Free,
Nitrosamines-free,
Non-GMO,
PAH-free,
PFAS-Free,
PFOS-free,
PHO (Partially Hydrogenated Oil)-Free,
PVC-free,
Palm Oil-free,
Paraben-free,
Perfluorooctanoic Acid-free,
Pesticide-free,
Phthalates-free,
Plasticizer-free,
Preservative-free,
Sugar-free,
TSE-free,
Tributyl Tin Compounds-Free,
Triphenyl Tin Compounds-Free,
Vegan,
Vegetarian
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
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (at 1.5% solution)7.0 - 10.5--
Relative Density (Water = 1)approx. 1g/cc-
Water Solubilitymax. 10% wt-
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Carrageenan95 - 100wt%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
ABNT NBR 14725,
Doping-Free,
EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant,
European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.),
European Regulation 396/2005/EC,
FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA),
IFRA Compliant,
National Formulary (NF),
Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011,
Regulation (EU) No. 1272/2008,
Regulation (EU) No. 231/2012
Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
ECL (Korea),
EINECS (EU),
ELINCS (EU),
IECSC (China),
NDSL (Canada),
PICCS (Phillipines)

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Boxes

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

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