Pharm-Rx Lanolin
- CAS Number
- 8006-54-0
- Chemical Name
- Lanolin
Pharm-Rx Lanolin, known chemically as lanolin, is classified under active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) within pharmaceutical actives and precursors in pharmaceuticals and nutraceutical technologies. This compound is a significant pharmaceutical ingredient commonly used in various formulations for its antihistamine properties.
Properties
- Pharma and Nutraceuticals Functions
- OTC
Product families
Applications
- Other Drug & Care Solutions
Product Families
- Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)
Other characteristics
- Synonyms
Adeps Lanae, Agnolin, Alapurin, Amber lanolin, Clearlan, Coronet, Cosmelan, E 913, Lanain, Lanalin, Lanesin, Lanichol, Laniol, Lanoprodine, Lantrol, Lanum, Medilan, Oesipos
- Markets
- Healthcare & Pharma
- Definition
Lanolin is the purified, wax-like substance from the wool of sheep, Ovis aries L. (Fam. Bovidae), that has been cleaned, decolorized, and deodorized. It contains not more than 0.25% of water. It may contain not more than 0.02% of a suitable antioxidant.
- Technology
- Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
- FDA Disclaimer
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- Storage Information
Preserve in well-closed containers, preferably at controlled room temperature.
- Labelling Information
The label states that it is not to be used undiluted.
- USP Reference Standards
- USP Lanolin RS
