(Astringent / Antioxidant)
by Muby Chem
Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing Tannic acid, known for its exceptional purity and efficacy. This compound is particularly valuable in the pharmaceutical industry.
Our advanced technology ensures the production of Tannic acid with exceptional purity and quality, making it an ideal choice for use in the pharmaceutical industry.
Applications: MOLACID® TAN is a naturally occurring plant polyphenol used in pharmaceutical formulations mainly for its astringent, antioxidant and protective properties. It is used in topical creams, ointments, lotions, gels and solutions to provide an astringent and tissue-protective effect. It also exhibits antioxidant activity and may help protect formulations from oxidative degradation. Its astringent action helps precipitate surface proteins and reduce minor oozing and excessive secretions.
| # | TEST | SPECIFICATION - EP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | It occurs as yellowish-white or slightly brown amorphous light powder or shiny plates. |
| 2 | Identification Test (A) Test (B) Test (C) |
(A) A blackish-blue colour is produced which becomes green on the addition of 1 mL of dilute sulfuric acid. (B) The mixture becomes turbid and a flocculent precipitate is formed. (C) A greenish-blue precipitate is formed. |
| 3 | Solubility | It is very soluble in water, freely soluble in acetone, in ethanol (96%) and in glycerol (85%), practically insoluble in methylene chloride. |
| 4 | Appearance of solution | Solution S is not more opalescent than reference suspension II. |
| 5 | Dextrins, gum, salts, sugars | The solution remains clear for at least 10 min. |
| 6 | Resins | The mixture remains clear for at least 15 min. |
| 7 | Loss on drying | Not more than 12.0%. |
| 8 | Sulfated ash | Not more than 0.1%. |
MOLACID® TAN is packed in HDPE bag or HDPE drum with double PE liners inside having bar-coded label and tamper-evident seal.
The shelf life is 3 years. Preserve in tight, light-resistant containers.
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