Mineral Oil
Pharmaceutical Premium
Pharmaceutical Excipient

Mineral Oil

High-purity pharmaceutical Mineral Oil manufactured to meet stringent USP and EP specifications for emollient applications. Our Mineral Oil provides excellent emollient properties with superior lubricating characteristics for various pharmaceutical and topical formulations.

  • USP/EP Pharmaceutical Grade
  • Superior Emollient Properties
  • Excellent Lubricating Properties
  • Enhanced Stability
  • Consistent Quality
  • Ultra-Low Impurities

Technical Specifications

Chemical Composition: Liquid petroleum hydrocarbons
CAS Number: 8020-83-5
EINECS Number: 232-455-8
Physical State: Clear, colorless, odorless liquid
Specific Gravity: 0.838-0.880 (at 15°C)
Viscosity: 34.5-42.5 cSt (at 40°C)
Refractive Index: 1.467-1.480 (at 20°C)
Flash Point: ≥180°C (COC)
Acid Value: ≤0.05 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value: ≤0.5 mg KOH/g
Sulfur Content: ≤0.03%
UV Absorption: ≤0.15 (280-350 nm)
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry place
Shelf Life: 5 years from date of manufacture
Packaging Options: 200L drums, 1000L IBC containers

Applications

Emollient Applications
Lubricating Agent
Pharmaceutical Excipient
Topical Formulations
Ointment Base
Hospital Pharmacies
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Nasal Preparations
Formulation Research
Clinical Formulations
Regulatory Submissions
Reference Standards

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized Mineral Oil grades tailored for specific pharmaceutical emollient requirements, ensuring optimal performance and regulatory compliance across diverse topical formulation applications.

USP Grade (United States Pharmacopeia)
Specific Gravity: 0.838-0.880 Viscosity: 34.5-42.5 cSt UV Absorption: ≤0.15 Application: FDA-compliant formulations
EP Grade (European Pharmacopoeia)
Acid Value: ≤0.05 mg KOH/g Saponification Value: ≤0.5 mg KOH/g Sulfur Content: ≤0.03% Application: EU regulatory submissions
Light Mineral Oil Grade
Lower viscosity grade Enhanced absorption properties Superior spreadability Application: Topical research
Reference Standard Grade
Certified viscosity analysis Certified Analysis: COA included Traceability: NIST traceable Application: Analytical standards

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Mineral Oil is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international pharmaceutical standards including USP, EP, and cGMP specifications. Our pharmaceutical-grade production ensures consistent performance and regulatory compliance.

cGMP Certified Manufacturing
USP/EP Grade Specifications
Controlled Viscosity Range
Advanced Analytical Testing
Superior Emollient Properties
Batch-to-Batch Consistency
Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
Controlled Storage Conditions

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Mineral Oil exhibits exceptional emollient properties essential for pharmaceutical applications. Its ultra-pure composition and precise viscosity characteristics ensure reliable performance in demanding topical and oral formulations.

Molecular Properties
Molecular Weight: Variable hydrocarbon mix
LogP: Highly lipophilic
pKa: Not applicable
Bioavailability: Non-absorbed
Physical Properties
Specific Gravity: 0.838-0.880
Viscosity: 34.5-42.5 cSt
Crystalline Form: Liquid hydrocarbon
Hygroscopicity: Non-hygroscopic
Pharmaceutical Performance
Emollient Properties: Excellent
Spreadability: Good
Selectivity: Topical/oral application
Stability: Stable indefinitely
Purity Specifications
Assay: ≥99.0%
Acid Value: ≤0.05 mg KOH/g
UV Absorption: ≤0.15
Sulfur Content: ≤0.03%
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: Indefinite (proper storage)
Light Sensitivity: Not light sensitive
Temperature Stability: Stable at room temperature
Oxidation Stability: Excellent

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Mineral Oil superiority in pharmaceutical applications with exceptional emollient properties, stability, and reproducibility across diverse topical and oral formulations.

Emollient Properties

Viscosity: 34.5-42.5 cSt

Superior skin conditioning
Purity

USP/EP: ≥99.0% purity

Pharmaceutical grade quality
Stability

Indefinite shelf life

Long-term pharmaceutical integrity
Thermal Stability

Working range: -10 to 80°C

Stable during processing
Batch Reproducibility

Variation: ±0.5% between batches

Consistent lot-to-lot performance
Shelf Stability

Indefinite under proper storage

Extended pharmaceutical grade integrity

Safety Information

Pharmaceutical grade emollient requiring standard handling. Handle with appropriate protective equipment in controlled environments. Avoid prolonged skin contact and inhalation. Follow cGMP guidelines for pharmaceutical excipients and ensure proper waste disposal procedures.

Pharmaceutical Excipient
Avoid Prolonged Contact
Avoid Inhalation

Storage & Handling

Store in original sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from extreme temperatures. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from contamination. Use appropriate containment measures for pharmaceutical excipient handling.

Room temperature storage (15-25°C)
Protect from contamination
Original sealed containers
Pharmaceutical containment required

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Mineral Oil exhibits unique lubricating and protective properties through non-polar molecular interactions and barrier formation mechanisms, enabling precise pharmaceutical applications with excellent biocompatibility and chemical inertness.

Barrier Formation

Creates protective hydrophobic barrier on skin surfaces

Prevents moisture loss and external contamination
Lubrication Properties

Reduces friction through molecular film formation

Excellent lubricating properties for pharmaceutical applications
Chemical Inertness

Non-reactive with pharmaceutical ingredients and biological systems

Stable excipient with minimal interactions
Solvent Properties

Dissolves lipophilic compounds and aids in formulation

Carrier for oil-soluble pharmaceutical ingredients

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global pharmaceutical access with complete documentation packages supporting international standards and pharmaceutical excipient regulatory requirements.

USP-NF Specifications

United States Pharmacopeia-National Formulary pharmaceutical grade standards compliance

EP Standards

European Pharmacopoeia specifications for pharmaceutical excipients

FDA Approved

Food and Drug Administration approved for pharmaceutical applications

IPEC Guidelines

International Pharmaceutical Excipients Council quality standards

CEP Certificate

Certificate of Suitability to European Pharmacopoeia Monograph

Safety Documentation

Complete safety and toxicological data package

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's formulation science team provides comprehensive excipient application support, pharmaceutical grade guidance, and technical solutions to optimize Mineral Oil performance in your pharmaceutical formulations.

Formulation Development
  • Topical formulation optimization
  • Ointment and cream formulation
  • Capsule fill formulation guidance
  • Solubility enhancement strategies
Analytical Services
  • Pharmaceutical grade verification
  • Purity and contaminant analysis
  • Viscosity and flow property testing
  • Stability testing programs
Technical Support
  • Pharmaceutical excipient troubleshooting
  • cGMP compliance guidance
  • Quality control method development
  • Regulatory documentation support
Supply Solutions
  • Multiple pharmaceutical grades available
  • Flexible packaging configurations
  • Bulk pharmaceutical supply
  • Global excipient distribution network

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our Mineral Oil production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable pharmaceutical manufacturing practices, refined processing techniques, and comprehensive environmental impact management.

Refined Processing

Advanced refining techniques minimize environmental impact

Water Treatment

Advanced pharmaceutical wastewater treatment and recycling systems

Resource Efficiency

Optimized processing with minimal pharmaceutical waste generation

Safe Disposal

Comprehensive guidance for pharmaceutical waste management

ISO 14001

Environmental management system certified pharmaceutical production

Carbon Footprint

Optimized logistics and regional sourcing strategies

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's specialized pharmaceutical excipient manufacturing facility employs advanced refining technology and continuous monitoring systems to ensure consistent Mineral Oil quality and purity across all production batches.

Production Process

Advanced refining and purification in pharmaceutical environment

Multi-stage distillation for pharmaceutical grade quality
Quality Testing

Comprehensive analytical testing including purity and contaminant analysis

GC-MS verification and pharmaceutical grade testing
Quality Systems

ISO 9001:2015 quality management with pharmaceutical excipient certification

Specialized pharmaceutical excipient quality systems
Packaging Control

Pharmaceutical-grade containers with contamination prevention

Maintains purity and prevents degradation

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive pharmaceutical development data demonstrating Mineral Oil effectiveness across diverse formulation applications with quantified performance metrics and pharmaceutical grade validations.

Pharmaceutical Applications
Viscosity: 5-500 cSt pharmaceutical grades available Purity: >99.5% pharmaceutical grade Stability: 5+ years pharmaceutical integrity
Formulation Benefits
Compatibility: Inert with pharmaceutical ingredients Safety: Excellent biocompatibility profile Regulatory: Global pharmaceutical approvals
Manufacturing Performance
Capacity: Multi-thousand liter pharmaceutical production Consistency: <2% batch-to-batch variation Compliance: 100% pharmaceutical cGMP adherence

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Pharmaceutical Grade Quality

Consistently exceeds USP-NF specifications with exceptional purity and pharmaceutical performance

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with pharmaceutical inventory management and multiple grade production capabilities

Formulation Expertise

Dedicated pharmaceutical formulation team provides excipient optimization guidance

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with complete analytical data and pharmaceutical documentation

Global Standards

International compliance with USP-NF, EP, and IPEC specifications for worldwide pharmaceutical acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with pharmaceutical manufacturers and custom grade development services