Compritol® HD5 ATO

A glyceride with an intermediate melting point containing PEG-8 esters. A powder wetting agent and lubricant for effervescent and fast-dissolving tablets.

Names and synonyms

USP NF Name

Behenoyl polyoxyl-8 glycerides

EP Name

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UNII Code (FDA)

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Preferred Substance Name (FDA)

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Handbook of Pharmaceutical Excipients

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Chemical description

Consists of mono, di-and triglycerides and PEG-8 mono-and di- esters of (C22) behenic acid

Key characteristics

Product form

Powder

Melting range (°C)

60 –  67

HLB

5

Main functionalities

Lubricant and wetting agent in fast-dissolving and effervescent tablets.

Main formulation technologies

Tablet compression (direct and wet granulation).