MERITENA 141 PHARMA

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MERITENA 141 PHARMA is maize starch derived from the caryopsis of Zea mais L. It appears as a matte, white to slightly yellowish, very fine powder that produces a creaking sensation when pressed between the fingers. In terms of solubility, it is practically insoluble in cold water and ethanol (96%).

Supplied By: Tereos

Product Code: P15323

Regional Availability: USA

Chemical Name: Corn Starch

CAS Number: 9005-25-8

Functions: Binder, Diluent, Disintegrant, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Dosage Form: Gummies, Powder & Powder Blends

Labeling Claims: Animal Products-free, Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE)-free, Halal, Irradiation-free, Kosher, Latex-free, Melamine-free, Naturally Derived, Non-Genetically Modified Organism (GMO), Not Engineered With Nanomaterials, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, TSE-free, Vegan

Certifications & Compliance: Directive 178/2002/EC, Directive 396/2005/EC, Directive 852/2004/EC, EC No.1907/2006, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, EU Directive 2008/84/EC, European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.), FDA 21 CFR 170.30, FSSC 22000, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Halal, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), ISO 9001, JECFA (FAO/WHO), Kosher, National Formulary (NF), REACH (Europe), Regulation (EU) No. 1272/2008, United States Pharmacopeia (USP)

    Enhanced TDS

    Identification & Functionality

    Chemical Name
    Corn Starch
    Raw Material Origin
    Natural Origin,
    Plant Origin,
    Vegetable Origin
    Supplied By
    Tereos
    Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
    Binder,
    Diluent,
    Disintegrant,
    Thickener,
    Viscosity Modifier
    CAS No.
    9005-25-8
    EC No.
    232-679-6
    Technologies
    Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
    Product Families
    Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
    Binders & Disintegrants,
    Fillers & Diluents,
    Formulation & Processing Aids

    Features & Benefits

    Labeling Claims
    Animal Products-free,
    Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE)-free,
    Halal,
    Irradiation-free,
    Kosher,
    Latex-free,
    Melamine-free,
    Naturally Derived,
    Non-Genetically Modified Organism (GMO),
    Not Engineered With Nanomaterials,
    Not Listed In California Proposition 65,
    TSE-free,
    Vegan

    Applications & Uses

    Markets
    Agriculture & Feed,
    Food & Nutrition,
    Healthcare & Pharma
    Applications
    Agriculture & Feed — Animal Health & Nutrition
    Pets
    Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
    Oral
    Food & Nutrition — Other Food & Nutrition Applications
    Segments
    Food & Nutrition,
    Pharmaceuticals
    Applications
    Pharmaceuticals — Excipients
    Food & Nutrition — Pet Food
    Dosage Form
    Gummies,
    Powder & Powder Blends
    Manufacturing Technology
    Direct Compression,
    Dry Granulation,
    Wet Granulation

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Powder
    Appearance
    Matte, white to slightly yellowish, very fine powder that creaks when pressed between the fingers
    Insoluble in
    Cold water, Ethanol (96%)

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Certifications & Compliance
    Directive 178/2002/EC,
    Directive 396/2005/EC,
    Directive 852/2004/EC,
    EC No.1907/2006,
    EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant,
    EU Directive 2008/84/EC,
    European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.),
    FDA 21 CFR 170.30,
    FSSC 22000,
    Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),
    Halal,
    Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP),
    ISO 9001,
    JECFA (FAO/WHO),
    Kosher,
    National Formulary (NF),
    REACH (Europe),
    Regulation (EU) No. 1272/2008,
    United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
    Chemical Inventories
    EINECS (EU),
    ELINCS (EU),
    TSCA Exempt (USA)

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type
    Bag
    Regional Availability
    • USA
    Packaging Information

    The product is available in 25 kg bags and/or big bags on new wooden pallets (heat treated). Details available on request.

    Storage & Handling

    Shelf Life
    24 months
    Storage Conditions and Shelf Life
    • Shelf Life: 24 months after production date in unopened packaging.
    • Preserve in well-closed containers.
    • Store in a well ventilated, clean and dry environment, away from odorous materials.
    • Avoid pressure on the bags. The pallets must not be piled up too high.