Light Kaolin IP/BP/USP/JP

Appearance: White to off-white powder with a fine texture. Free from foreign matter and visible impurities. Identification: Chemical name: Kaolinite (Hydrated Aluminum Silicate). Identified by infrared absorption or X-ray diffraction. Purity: Contains at least 90% kaolinite. Free from harmful impurities like heavy metals, pathogens, and other contaminants. Physical Properties: Particle Size: Fine, typically with a mean particle size less than 10 microns. Moisture Content: Typically below 10-14% (by weight). pH: Between 5.0 to 7.0 (in a 5% aqueous suspension). Ash Content: Typically less than 10% (as per British Pharmacopoeia guidelines). Heavy Metals: Lead (Pb): Less than 10 ppm. Arsenic (As): Less than 2 ppm. Mercury (Hg) and Cadmium (Cd): Below specified limits (usually less than 1 ppm). Microbial Limits: Must meet the British Pharmacopoeia standards for microbial limits, including: Total Aerobic Microbial Count: Below specified limits. Yeast and Mould Count: Below specified limits. Pathogens: Must be free from Salmonella, Escherichia coli, and other harmful microorganisms. Solubility: Insoluble in water and alcohol. Loss on Drying: Typically, loss on drying (moisture content) should be below 10-14% (by weight). Storage: Store in a cool, dry place and keep away from moisture. Applications: Light Kaolin BP is commonly used in pharmaceutical formulations such as antidiarrheal medications, suspensions, tablets, and topical preparations. It is also utilized in cosmetics (e.g., face masks, powders) for its absorbent and gentle properties. The Light Kaolin BP is designed to meet high standards of purity and quality for human consumption and topical use.

Appearance: White, fine powder with a smooth texture. No visible foreign matter or contamination. Identification: Chemical name: Kaolinite (Hydrated Aluminum Silicate). Infrared spectroscopy or X-ray diffraction can be used for identification. Purity: Must contain at least 90% kaolinite. Free from toxic contaminants such as heavy metals, pathogens, and other harmful substances. Physical Properties: Particle Size: Fine, ensuring smooth texture suitable for pharmaceutical use. Moisture Content: Typically less than 14% (by weight). pH: Between 5.0 to 7.0 (in a 5% aqueous suspension). Ash Content: Should meet the specified limit for the material. Heavy Metals: Lead (Pb): Less than 10 ppm. Arsenic (As): Less than 2 ppm. Mercury (Hg) and Cadmium (Cd): Below specified limits (usually less than 1 ppm). Microbial Limits: Must be free from pathogenic microorganisms. Standard limits for Total Aerobic Microbial Count, Yeast and Mould Count, and E. coli. Solubility: Insoluble in water and alcohol. Loss on Drying: Typically, the loss on drying (moisture content) should be less than 14%. Test for Impurities: Free from extraneous matter, including sand, dirt, and other non-kaolinite impurities. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Applications: Kaolin JP is used in pharmaceutical formulations, particularly for gastrointestinal treatments (such as anti-diarrheal formulations), topical medications, and as a suspending agent in liquid formulations. It is also used in cosmetics (e.g., face masks, powders) due to its absorbent and gentle properties on the skin.

Appearance: White, fine, odorless powder. Chemical Name: Kaolin, also known as Hydrated Aluminum Silicate. Chemical Formula: AlSiO…(OH)„ (Hydrated Aluminum Silicate). Identification: Solubility: Insoluble in water and alcohol. Reaction with Sulfuric Acid: Produces a gel-like consistency. pH: pH Range: 5.0 to 7.0 (in a 5% aqueous suspension). Moisture Content: <14% (depending on the grade). Heavy Metals: Lead (Pb): <10 ppm. Arsenic (As): <2 ppm. Cadmium (Cd): <1 ppm (depending on the grade). Particle Size: <75 microns (ensures uniform dispersion and effective use in formulations). Loss on Drying: <12%. Applications: Pharmaceuticals: Used as an adsorbent in the treatment of diarrhea, a binding agent in tablets, and a suspending agent in liquid formulations. Cosmetics: Used as a thickening agent in creams, lotions, and powders. Food Industry: Used in small amounts as a clarifying agent and in dietary supplements. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and sunlight.

Chemical Name: Hydrated Aluminum Silicate Chemical Formula: AlSiO…(OH)„ 2. Description: A fine, white or off-white, light, bulky powder. Odorless and free from grittiness. 3. Solubility: In Water: Practically insoluble; forms a smooth suspension. In Organic Solvents: Insoluble. 4. pH: 4.0 to 6.0 (measured in a 5% aqueous dispersion). 5. Loss on Drying: Not more than 12% (at 105C for 2 hours). 6. Heavy Metals: Not more than 20 ppm. 7. Arsenic: Not more than 2 ppm. 8. Particle Size: Fine enough to pass through a 150-micron sieve. 9. Applications: Pharmaceutical Uses: Antidiarrheal formulations. Topical creams and ointments as an absorbent or soothing agent. Cosmetic Uses: Face masks and powders for oil absorption.