Molekula
Gelatin powdered, from porcine, for pharmaceutical use
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Gelatin powdered, derived from porcine skin and bone, is a versatile pharmaceutical excipient used as a binder, stabilizer, and encapsulating agent in tablets, capsules, and gummy formulations. It also serves as a gelling agent in suppositories and a clarifying agent in beverages and foods under pharmaceutical-grade standards. This product has a CAS number of 9000-70-8 and an average molecular weight of approximately 167.1653. It is non-hazardous, requiring no special signal word, and stores safely at ambient conditions. Molekula supplies gelatin powdered, from porcine, for pharmaceutical use from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
Pricing on request — packs available from research to bulk quantities.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Straw Yellow |
| Ash | < 2% |
| Viscosity | 4.1± 0.5 mPa.s |
| pH | 4.5-6.0 |
| Total Aerobic Count | <1000/g |
| Form | Powder |
| Water (KF) | < 13% |
| Content of Hydrogen Peroxide | < 10mg/Kg |
| Total Protein content | > 85% |
| Lipids | < 0.1% |
| Sulphur dioxide (SO2) | < 10mg/Kg |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90030436 |
| CAS Number | 9000-70-8 |
| Molecular Weight | 167.1653 |
| SMILES | CNC[C@@H](C1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)O)O.Cl |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 35030040 |
| Tariff Code | 3503001000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P403+233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is powdered gelatin from porcine used for in pharmaceutical applications?
Powdered porcine gelatin is primarily used as a gelling agent, stabilizer, and encapsulating material in pharmaceutical formulations, such as capsules, tablets, and suppositories.
What is the molecular weight (MW) of this gelatin?
The molecular weight (MW) of this gelatin is approximately **167.1653 g/mol** (average amino acid residue weight).
What grade of gelatin is this, and is it suitable for pharmaceutical use?
This is **pharmaceutical-grade gelatin**, meeting strict purity and quality standards for use in drug manufacturing, including compliance with USP/EP/JP requirements.
How should powdered gelatin be stored?
Store in a cool, dry place at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and strong odors, in a tightly sealed container to prevent degradation.
Does Molekula offer bulk supply options for this gelatin?
Yes, we provide bulk quantities of pharmaceutical-grade gelatin, with flexible packaging options (e.g., drums, bags) to meet large-scale production needs.
What documentation is provided with an order of this gelatin?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **Batch-specific documentation** confirming compliance with pharmaceutical standards.
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