AEROSIL

Aerosil 200 – Pharma Grade
Packing Size – 10 Kg Bag
COA - Available
is a high-purity, hydrophilic fumed silica (colloidal silicon dioxide) specifically designed for the pharmaceutical industry. It is widely used as a multifunctional excipient to improve the manufacturing and stability of various dosage forms.
Core Specifications

Property Value/Standard
Chemical Name Silicon Dioxide ($SiO_2$)
Purity $> 99.8\%$ (based on dried substance)
Specific Surface Area (BET) $200 \pm 25$ m²/g
Appearance Fluffy, white, amorphous powder
Compliance USP/NF, EP, JP, and IP (Pharmacopoeia standards)

Key Pharmaceutical Applications
• Glidant (Most Common Use): It reduces inter-particle friction in powder blends. This ensures a consistent flow of powder into tablet presses and capsule-filling machines, which is critical for weight uniformity and preventing production jams.
• Anti-Caking Agent: It prevents powders from clumping or "bridging" in hoppers, which is particularly useful for hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) materials.
• Thickening & Rheology Control: In liquid and semi-solid formulations (like gels, creams, or ointments), it acts as a thickening agent and stabilizes the suspension of active ingredients.
• Adsorbent/Carrier: Due to its high surface area, it can be used to convert liquid active ingredients or oils into free-flowing powders.
• Disintegrant Aid: It can assist in the faster breakup of tablets by improving the entry of water into the tablet matrix.
Benefits for Manufacturers
• High Purity: Extremely low levels of heavy metals and organic impurities, making it safe for sensitive APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients).
• Process Efficiency: Allows for higher machine speeds and less downtime due to powder sticking or uneven flow.
• Stability: It is chemically inert and does not react with most medicines.



Storage Tip: Because it has a very high surface area, it can easily absorb moisture and volatile odors from the air. Always keep it in tightly sealed containers in a dry place to maintain its flow-enhancing properties.
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