Dibasic Calcium Phosphate Anhydrous (DCPA) — Pharma Grade

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Product Description:

Dibasic Calcium Phosphate Anhydrous (DCPA) is a pharmaceutical-grade calcium phosphate excipient widely used in the formulation and manufacturing of solid oral dosage forms, particularly tablets and capsules.

DCPA is valued for its good compressibility, flow properties, chemical stability and compatibility with a wide range of pharmaceutical formulations. It can function as a diluent/filler in direct-compression and other tablet manufacturing processes, helping formulators achieve the desired tablet weight, hardness and manufacturing performance.

Compared with hydrated forms of dibasic calcium phosphate, the anhydrous form contains no water of crystallization, making it useful in formulations where control of moisture is important.

Olymph Global supports the sourcing and international supply of Pharma Grade Dibasic Calcium Phosphate Anhydrous (DCPA) for pharmaceutical manufacturers, formulation companies and ingredient distributors.

Key Features & Benefits Pharma Grade Dibasic Calcium Phosphate Anhydrous Also known as DCPA Anhydrous form of dibasic calcium phosphate Widely used as a pharmaceutical excipient Suitable for solid oral dosage formulations Good flow characteristics Good compressibility Supports tablet manufacturing Useful as a diluent/filler Suitable for direct-compression formulations, depending on grade Available for bulk pharmaceutical requirements Suitable for international sourcing and export Applications

1. Tablet Manufacturing

DCPA is widely used as an excipient in tablet formulations. Its compressibility and flow properties make it useful in the manufacture of solid dosage forms.

It can help provide the required bulk and physical characteristics of a tablet formulation.

2. Direct Compression

Selected grades of anhydrous dibasic calcium phosphate can be used in direct-compression tablet formulations, where the powder properties of the excipient are important for efficient manufacturing.

3. Pharmaceutical Diluent / Filler

DCPA can serve as a diluent or filler, helping provide adequate bulk to formulations when the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) is present at a relatively low concentration.

4. Nutritional & Mineral Formulations

Because it is a source of calcium and phosphate, calcium phosphate materials may also be used in certain nutritional and mineral formulations, subject to the specific grade and regulatory requirements.

5. Capsules & Solid Oral Dosage Forms

DCPA can be incorporated into selected capsule and other solid oral dosage formulations where its physical and functional properties meet the formulation requirements.

Why Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Use DCPA

The choice of an excipient is critical to tablet manufacturing. Pharma Grade DCPA can provide several formulation advantages, including:

Good powder flow good compatibility Stable inorganic excipient useful dilution capacity Compatibility with many pharmaceutical formulations Suitable for solid dosage applications Low moisture characteristics associated with the anhydrous form

The actual performance depends on the particle size, morphology, grade and manufacturing process of the material, so buyers should select the grade according to their formulation requirements.

Pharmaceutical Applications

Pharmaceutical tablets Direct-compression tablets Solid oral dosage forms Capsules Nutritional tablets Mineral supplements Pharmaceutical formulations Tablet diluent/filler applications

FAQs

1. What is Dibasic Calcium Phosphate Anhydrous?
   • Dibasic Calcium Phosphate Anhydrous, commonly abbreviated as DCPA, is a calcium phosphate compound widely used as a pharmaceutical excipient, particularly in solid oral dosage formulations.
2. What is DCPA used for?
   • DCPA is primarily used as a diluent/filler and tablet excipient in pharmaceutical formulations. Selected grades can also be used in direct-compression applications.
3. What does DCPA stand for?
   • DCPA stands for Dibasic Calcium Phosphate Anhydrous.
4. What is the difference between DCPA and DCPD?
   • DCPA is the anhydrous form and does not contain water of crystallization. DCPD, or dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, contains water of crystallization.
5. Is DCPA suitable for tablet manufacturing?
   • Yes. Pharmaceutical-grade DCPA is widely used in tablet formulations, including selected direct-compression applications, depending on the specific grade and formulation requirements.
6. Can Olymph Global supply DCPA in bulk?
   • Yes. Olymph Global supports bulk sourcing and international supply of Pharma Grade DCPA according to buyer requirements, specifications and destination.