A glyceride with an intermediate melting point containing PEG-8 esters. A powder wetting agent and lubricant for effervescent and fast-dissolving tablets.
Names & synonyms
| USP NF Name | Behenoyl polyoxyl-8 glycerides |
|---|---|
| EP Name | / |
| UNII Code (FDA) | / |
| Preferred Substance Name (FDA) | / |
| Handbook of Pharmaceutical Excipients | / |
| 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).
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Associated content
Direct compression
The simplest process for the production of tablets.
Granulation
When powder properties are unsuitable for direct compression, a granulation step is…