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Plastic additive 4

United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

Synonym(s):

Octadecyl 3-(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)propionate

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Linear Formula:
[(CH3)3C]2C6H2(OH)CH2CH2CO2(CH2)17CH3
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
530.86
NACRES:
NA.24
PubChem Substance ID:
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
MDL number:
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Product Name

Plastic additive 4, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

InChI key

SSDSCDGVMJFTEQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES string

CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCOC(=O)CCc1cc(c(O)c(c1)C(C)(C)C)C(C)(C)C

InChI

1S/C35H62O3/c1-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21-22-23-26-38-32(36)25-24-29-27-30(34(2,3)4)33(37)31(28-29)35(5,6)7/h27-28,37H,8-26H2,1-7H3

grade

pharmaceutical primary standard

API family

chlorambucil

form

powder

manufacturer/tradename

USP

mp

50-52 °C (lit.)

application(s)

USP Biologics
pharmaceutical (small molecule)

format

neat

storage temp.

2-8°C

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Analysis Note

These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind.  ​

Application

Plastic additive 4 USP reference standard, intended for use in specified quality tests and assays as specified in the USP compendia.

General description

Plastic additive 4 is an excipient used in biologics packaging and delivery systems. It enhances the flexibility and strength of polymer materials, ensuring that biologic products remain stable and secure during transport. The inclusion of this additive as a USP reference standard helps guarantee the long-term stability and reliability of biologics, protecting both the active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and the packaging.

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics.

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.
For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Other Notes

Sales restrictions may apply.
This product is part of USP Biologics Program.
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pha
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

wgk

nwg

flash_point_f

235.4 °F - closed cup

flash_point_c

113 °C - closed cup


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