Kerry delivers the industry’s most extensive lactose product line.
We provide a variety of standard particle sizes to meet our customers’ formulation needs, and have the technical capabilities to develop customised characteristics for any formulation.
Our range includes pharmaceutical grade crystalline monohydrate, spray dried monohydrate, anhydrous, and inhalation lactose – each in a variety of formats.
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Sheffield Pharmaceutical Grade Lactose is a high-purity excipient derived from milk sugar, widely utilized in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries for its excellent compressibility and flow properties. Chemically known as lactose monohydrate, its molecular formula is C12H22O11·H2O, and it carries the CAS number 5989-81-1. This substance consists of a disaccharide formed by glucose and galactose units linked via a beta-1,4-glycosidic bond, crystallized with one molecule of water per molecule of lactose.
The primary application of Sheffield Pharmaceutical Grade Lactose lies in tablet manufacturing, where it serves as an ideal filler and diluent. Its unique granular structure allows for direct compression, significantly reducing production costs and time compared to wet granulation methods. Furthermore, it acts as a binder and disintegrant, ensuring that tablets maintain structural integrity during handling while dissolving rapidly upon ingestion to release active ingredients effectively. Beyond solid dosage forms, this grade of lactose is frequently employed in capsule formulations as a carrier for powders and in lyophilization processes for injectable products due to its stability and compatibility with various APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients).
Safety and regulatory compliance are paramount for this product. It meets stringent pharmacopoeial standards, including those set by the USP, EP, and JP, ensuring consistency in purity, particle size distribution, and moisture content. Manufacturers must ensure that patients with specific metabolic conditions, such as lactose intolerance or galactosemia, are not exposed to formulations containing significant amounts of this excipient, although the quantities used in final tablets are generally minimal. The product is supplied in various grades, ranging from standard spray-dried forms to highly purified variants suitable for sensitive applications. With its non-toxic nature, neutral taste, and cost-effectiveness, Sheffield Pharmaceutical Grade Lactose remains a cornerstone material in modern drug development, facilitating the efficient production of reliable and patient-friendly medicinal products globally.