In the pharmaceutical industry, Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) is the core substance in drugs, which directly affects the therapeutic effect and quality of the drugs.Quality control is crucial in the production process of API, and all countries in the world have strict standards and control methods for the quality of API.
In this process, activated carbon has become a key material to ensure the purity and quality of API due to its excellent adsorption capacity and multifunctionality. In this paper, the application of activated carbon in API production and its importance will be discussed in depth.
The importance of activated carbon in APIs
As APIs involve complex biological and chemical synthesis processes, the use of activated carbon can help remove unwanted by-products and colorants, ensuring that the final product meets the required quality standards. This efficient purification capability makes activated carbon an indispensable material in the production of APIs.
Activated carbon in API production
- Removal of impurities: During the synthesis of API, some unwanted impurities may be generated. Activated carbon can effectively adsorb these impurities through its unique porous structure to ensure the purity of API.
- Decolorization: Many APIs may have color deviation in the production process, and the decolorization ability of activated carbon can help restore the original color of APIs, so that they can meet the market and regulatory requirements.
- pH adjustment: During API production, activated carbon is used to adjust the pH of the solution to ensure optimal conditions for chemical reactions.
Selection of activated carbon
Powdered activated carbon is a key material for improving the purity and appearance quality of active pharmaceutical ingredients due to its high surface area, strong adsorption capacity and decolorization effect, which further optimizes its performance in API purification process. According to different application requirements, Qizhong Chemical recommends the following types of activated carbon after practical cases:
| Description | wood based powder activated carbon |
| Mesh Size | 200/325 mesh |
| Ash≤(%) | 8 |
| Moisture (%) Maximum | 10 |
| Methylene blue value | 18 |
The activated carbon products offered by Qizhong Chemical are specifically designed to ensure high API purity and quality with the following features:
- High surface area
- High adsorption capacity
- Good decolorization effect
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In conclusion, activated carbon is indispensable in API production, and its superior adsorption properties and versatility provide an effective solution for pharmaceutical companies.
By choosing the right activated carbon, we can not only improve the quality of API, but also meet the strict international standards. If you are looking for a high quality activated carbon supplier, we will be your best choice.
