(Antibacterial / Anti-Acne Agent)
by Muby Chem
Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing Hydrous Benzoyl Peroxide known for its exceptional purity and efficacy. This compound is particularly valuable in the skincare industry.
Our advanced technology ensures optimal particle shape and size, enabling the formulation of delivery vehicles such as the most consistent and stabilized gel for dermal application.
Applications: MOLPEROX® HB is primarily used as a topical antibacterial and anti-acne agent in pharmaceutical creams, gels, lotions, emulsions, washes, cleansers and other dermatological preparations intended for the management of mild to moderate acne vulgaris. It helps reduce acne-associated bacterial load while its keratolytic action assists in clearing blocked pores and reducing the formation of comedowns.
| # | PROPERTY | TYPICAL VALUE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CAS Number | 94-36-0 |
| 2 | Molecular Formula | C14H10O4 |
| 3 | Molecular Weight | 242.2 g/mol |
| # | TEST | SPECIFICATION - IP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Description | It occurs as a white or almost white, granular or amorphous powder. |
| 2 | Identification Test (A) Test (B) Test (C) Test (D) |
(A) Ultraviolet and visible absorption spectrophotometry. (B) Infrared absorption spectrophotometry. (C) a red colour develops which quickly darkens and becomes dark violet within 5 minutes. Oh heating, a gas is evolved and the solution becomes red. (D) Solution gives reaction of benzoates. |
| 3 | Solubility | It is soluble in acetone, in chloroform and in ether; sparingly soluble in ethanol and in water. |
| 4 | Acidity | Not more than 1.25 ml of 0.1 M sodium hydroxide is required for neutralization. |
| 5 | Related substances (A) Benzaldehyde (B) Benzoic acid (C) Ethyl benzoate (D) Any other impurity |
(A) Not more than 0.25%. (B) Not more than 1.5%. (C) Not more than 0.25%. (D) Not more than 0.10%. |
| 6 | Chlorides | Not more than 0.4%. |
| 7 | Water | Not less than 20.0%. |
| 8 | Assay | Not less than 70.0% and not more than 77.0%. |
MOLPEROX® HB is packed in HDPE bag or HDPE drum with double PE liners inside and is provided with a barcoded label and a tamper-evident seal.
The shelf life is 2 years. Preserved in a tightly closed container.
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