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Calcium silicate
Product Details
cid3
142
Category
Adsorbentss; Fillers
Molecular Formula
CaO3Si
Molecular Weight
116.16
Grade
Pharmceutical Excipients
Description
Calcium silicate occurs as a crystalline or amorphous white or off-white material, and often exists in different hydrate forms.
UNII
S4255P4G5M
Chemical Name
Calcium silicate
CAS Number
1344-95-2
Synonyms
Calcium hydrosilicate; calcium metasilicate; calcium monosilicate; calcium polysilicate; Micro-Cel; okenite; silicic acid, calcium salt; tobermorite
Administration route
Oral
Dosage Form
Tablets, Capsules
Stability and Storage Conditions
Calcium silicate is chemically stable and non-flammable, but should be protected from moisture and stored in a cool, dry, airtight container.
Source and Preparation
Calcium silicate is a naturally occurring mineral, but for commercial applications it is usually prepared from lime and diatomaceous earth under carefully controlled conditions.
Safety
Calcium silicates are generally nontoxic when used in oral pharmaceutical formulations. Inhalation of calcium silicate particles may induce respiratory irritation.
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