metcoat

METCOAT®

(METHACRYLIC ACID COPOLYMER)

MATCOAT range is transparent or colored film forming coating polymers based on methacrylic acid co-polymers type A, B & C confirms to USP/NF & EP specifications. The range of metcoat is useful for film coating, enteric coating, moisture barrier coating, sustained release, taste masking of bitter drugs, binder for powders, transdermal therapeutic system etc.

GRADES


ADVANTAGES

  • Option of solvent, semi aqueous and aqueous vehicle.
  • Less quantity required so reducing volume of coating solution thus shorting production time.
  • Stability over a broad temperature range.
  • Exhibits excellent color value.
  • Cost effective.
  • Easy to formulate.

SELF LIFE

Liquid form - Two year from date of manufacturing in intact condition
Powder form - Five year from date of manufacturing in intact condition


TOXICITY

As Metcoat range is a high molecular weight polymer, it cannot be absorbed by body. Thus, it is safe for human consumption.
Test for toxicological tolerance shows that it does not have any pronounced or physiological action


STORAGE & HANDLING

Powder: Store at a dry place, below 40oC.
Liquid: Store at a dry place, between 5o C to 35oC. Do not freeze.


PACKING

Liquid form - 60kg plastic drum.
Powder form - 5kg and 20kg net in corrugated with polyethylene liner.