Additives


Additives in the pharmaceutical API category refer to a group of chemical substances that are incorporated into pharmaceutical products to enhance their stability, functionality, or performance. These additives play a crucial role in ensuring the quality, safety, and efficacy of medications.

One common type of additive used in pharmaceuticals is preservatives. Preservatives are added to prevent microbial growth and maintain the integrity of the product throughout its shelf life. They help to safeguard against contamination and maintain the potency of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API). Some commonly used preservatives include benzyl alcohol, phenol, and parabens.

Another important group of additives is antioxidants. Antioxidants are added to pharmaceutical formulations to prevent or delay the oxidation of APIs, which can lead to degradation and loss of potency. Examples of antioxidants commonly used in pharmaceuticals include ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and tocopherols (vitamin E).

In addition to preservatives and antioxidants, other additives like flavorings, colorants, and sweeteners may be incorporated into pharmaceutical products to improve their palatability and patient acceptability.

It is crucial to note that the use of additives in pharmaceuticals is strictly regulated by health authorities to ensure their safety and efficacy. Manufacturers must comply with stringent quality control standards and guidelines to guarantee the proper use and appropriate levels of additives in pharmaceutical products.

Overall, additives play a vital role in the pharmaceutical industry by enhancing the stability, functionality, and patient acceptability of medications. Their careful selection and incorporation contribute to the overall quality and effectiveness of pharmaceutical products.

NameCAS numberCategoryAmount of suppliersAPI market price
1-Bromodecane112-29-8Reagents and solventsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
1-Chlorodecane112-52-7Reagents and solventsView 2 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
1-Decanol112-30-1Reagents and solventsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Alanyl glutamine39537-23-0AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Allylamine107-11-9Reagents and solventsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Ammonia7664-41-7AdditivesView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Ammonium chlorideAcidifying agentsView 2 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Ammonium molybdate12054-85-2AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Anethole4180-23-8AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Aspartame22839-47-0SweetenersView 5 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Betadex7585-39-9AdditivesView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Carbarsone121-59-5AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Citric Acid77-92-9Flavoring agentView 14 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Decylamine2016-57-1Reagents and solventsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Desulfo-Coenzyme A5863-40-1SolventsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Didecylamine7392-19-0Reagents and solventsView 2 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Eudragit E12 525086-15-1Coating AgentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Glycerol56-81-5SolventsView 14 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Glycylglycine556-50-3Buffering agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
HEPES7365-45-9Buffering agentsView 2 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
HEPES SodiumBuffering agentsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Hexylene glycol107-41-5SolventsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Hydrochloric acid7647-01-0Acidifying agentsView 4 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Hydroxyethyl cellulose9004-62-0HypromelloseView 2 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Hydroxyethylcellulose 2509004-62-0HypromelloseView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Hydroxypropyl cellulose9004-64-2HypromelloseView 8 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Lecithin, soybean8030-76-0AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Levoglucose921-60-8AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Linseed oil66071-03-2AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
MYRISTIC ACIDSurfactantsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Magnesium phosphate7757-87-1AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Mavorixafor558447-26-0AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Methylparaben99-76-3PreservativesView 4 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Morpholine110-91-8SolventsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Nitarsone98-72-6AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
PEG 40025322-68-3SolventsView 3 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
PEG 400025322-68-3SolventsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
PEG 60025322-68-3SolventsView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
PEG 600025322-68-3SolventsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Phosphoric acid7664-38-2Acidifying agentsView 5 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Phosphorus oxychloride10025-87-3Reagents and solventsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Phosphorus trichloride7719-12-2Reagents and solventsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Poliglusam9012-76-4AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Poloxamer 188SurfactantsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Polydextrose68424-04-4AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Potassium lactate996-31-6AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Potassium nitrate7757-79-1AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Propylene glycol57-55-6SolventsView 5 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Saccharin81-07-2AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Sesame oil8008-74-0AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Sodium Stearate822-16-2SurfactantsView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Sodium glycerophosphate1334-74-3AdditivesView 2 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Steviolbioside41093-60-1AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Stevioside57817-89-7AdditivesView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Sucralose56038-13-2SweetenersView 7 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Sucrose57-50-1SweetenersView 4 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Sulisobenzone4065-45-6AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Talc14807-96-6AbsorbantsView 8 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Tyloxapol25301-02-4SurfactantsView 2 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Xylitol87-99-0AdditivesView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Xylose58-86-6AdditivesView 0 Suppliers Average price per kg: $
Zinc chloride7646-85-7AdditivesView 1 Suppliers Average price per kg: $