They can also carry limited quantities of oil without losing their physical form or flow properties. The PURE-DENT line of pharmaceutical powdered starches has many pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications including wet and dry granulation, tableting and body powders. GPC offers NF or USP starches for formulations. GPC is an FDA-approved producer of absorbable dusting powder USP for use as a lubricant for surgical and examination gloves. In pharmaceutical products, these starches can be used as the primary or secondary film former in the tablet coatings or granulations.
Finished coatings are water soluble, clear, and have good sheen.
PURE-GEL modified starches provide stable viscosity under extreme pH, heat and processing conditions. PURE-GEL products are excellent thickeners for creams and lotions, shampoos, shave creams, or for any formula that requires a mild yet stable thickener. By definition, a superabsorbent polymer must absorb a minimum of 20 times its own weight in water. Ethyl Alcohol - GPC is registered with the FDA as a manufacturer of ethyl alcohol. Our Drug Master File for the following products can help you save time and money.