Zemea® USP-NF Propanediol for Pharmaceutical and Dietary Supplements
Zemea® USP-NF propanediol is a naturally derived solvent, carrier, and humectant that provides formulators with an alternative to petroleum-based glycols and glycerin for pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements and other applications that require USP-NF standard.
Zemea® USP-NF propanediol may be used as an excipient for OTC oral and dermal pharmaceutical applications. It can be used in a wide variety of applications including:
- Cough syrups, elixirs, expectorants
- Gel gaps
- Suppositories
- Topical applications
Benefits of Zemea® USP-NF propanediol in pharmaceutical and dietary supplement applications include:
Topical applications:
- Excellent humectancy
- No skin irritation or sensitization
- Improved sensorials
- Improved preservative efficacy
- Helps deliver actives to the skin
- Natural and sustainable
Oral applications:
- Enhanced taste profile
- Improved viscosity
- Improved preservative efficacy
- Natural and sustainable