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Dextran 1

Dextran 1 United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

• NACRES: NA.24
• UNSPSC Code: 41116107

Properties

• Product Name: Dextran 1, Dextran 1 United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
• grade: pharmaceutical primary standard
• API family: dextran
• form: crystalline
• manufacturer/tradename: USP
• application(s): USP Biologics; pharmaceutical (small molecule)
• format: neat

Description

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.  ​

General description

Dextran 1 is a low molecular weight dextran fraction used in hypersensitivity testing prior to dextran administration. It acts by binding circulating antibodies to reduce anaphylactic risk. The USP reference standard is used in identity and content uniformity testing.

The USP biologics carbohydrates category includes a variety of carbohydrate-based substances that are essential in the development and manufacturing of therapeutic products. These carbohydrates play crucial roles in biological processes and are often utilized as excipients, stabilizers, or active ingredients in pharmaceuticals. The USP provides comprehensive standards, reference materials, and analytical procedures to ensure the identity, quality, purity, and consistency of carbohydrate therapeutics throughout their lifecycle.

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.

Other Notes

Sales restrictions may apply.

This product is part of the 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 Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Safety Information

• Storage Class: 11 - Combustible Solids
• wgk: WGK 2
• flash_point_f: Not applicable
• flash_point_c: Not applicable