POLYOX™ WSR - N80 FP NF Grade

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POLYOX™ WSR - N80 FP NF Grade with its off-white color and powder form, exhibits versatile applications. In cosmetics, it functions as both a binder and a thickener, while in industrial additives, it serves similar purposes, offering water solubility for ease of use across various formulations.

Chemical Name: Polyethylene Oxide

CAS Number: 25322-68-3

Functions: Binder, Controlled Release Agent, Film Former, Flocculant, Lubricant, Lubricant (Internal), Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Dosage Form: Abuse Deterrent Tablets & Capsules, Gels, Osmotic Pump Tablet, Tablets

Manufacturing Technology: Direct Compression

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Ethylene Oxide Copolymers,
Polyethers
Chemical Name: Polyethylene Oxide
Country of Origin: United States of America (USA)
Ingredient Origin: Plant Origin
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions: Binder,
Controlled Release Agent,
Lubricant,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
Plastics & Elastomers Functions: Binder,
Film Former,
Flocculant,
Lubricant (Internal)
Technologies: Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families: Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Base Fluids, Glidants & Lubricants,
Binders & Disintegrants,
Formulation & Processing Aids,
Modified & Controlled Release

Features & Benefits

Materials Features: Crosslinkable,
Drag Reduction,
Excellent Thermoplasticity,
Good Thickening Properties,
Good Wet Adhesion Strength,
High Binding Power,
Low Moisture Absorption,
Low Toxicity,
Non-Ionic,
Viscoelastic,
Water Soluble

Applications & Uses

Markets: Healthcare & Pharma
Applications: Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
Oral,
Topical
Segments: Pharmaceutical
Applications: Pharmaceutical — Controlled release
Compatible Polymers & Resins: Cellulose & Cellulosics,
Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA),
Polycaprolactone (PCL),
Polyethylenes (PE),
Polystyrenes (PS),
Polyurethanes (PU),
Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA),
Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVOH)
Dosage Form: Abuse Deterrent Tablets & Capsules,
Gels,
Osmotic Pump Tablet,
Tablets
Manufacturing Technology: Direct Compression
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods: Blow Molding,
Casting,
Compression Molding,
Injection Molding,
Single Screw Extrusion

Properties

Physical Form

Soluble In

Propylene Glycol Soluble,

Typical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
pH (at 5% aqueous solution)	8.0 - 10.0	-	PSM 102175
Identification (A,B)*	Pass	-	Current USP/EP/JP
Loss on Drying	0.0 - 1.0	%	PSM 102188
Residue on Ignition	0.0 - 2.0	%	Current NF
Alkaline Earth Metals	0.0 - 1.0	%	PSM 102225
Viscosity (at 5%, Brookfield)	65 - 90	mPa.s	PSM 101962

Particle Size Distribution


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Particle Size (Screen <250 micron, through 100 mesh)	96 - 100	%	PSM 102261

Composition


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Silicon Dioxide Conent	0.8 - 3.0	%	PSM 101992
Butylated Hydroxytoluene Content	50 - 150	mg/Kg	PSM 102192
Free Ethylene Oxide	0 - 1	mg/Kg	PSM 102104

Note

* - Audit Basis (AB)
PHS - All section names come under PHS
Alkaline earth metals as CaO.
Volatiles - 45 min at 105 deg C.
Residue on ignition = non-silicon dioxide.
Viscosity - Brookfield RVF, spindle 2, speed 2 rpm, 25 deg C.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance Search Terms: National Formulary (NF)
Chemical Inventories: AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
EINECS (EU),
ELINCS (EU),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
ISHL (Japan),
KECI (Korea),
NDSL (Canada),
NZIoC (New Zealand),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TSCA (USA)
Quality Standards: GMP

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Boxes,
Drums