Minoxidil USP


DERMATOLOGY/COSMETIC INGREDIENT


CAS no. 38304-91-5


Minoxidil is a popular ingredient used in applications preventing and treating hair loss. It is effective in helping to promote hair growth in people with androgenic alopecia. Usually it is administered in the form of medicinal shampoo, mask/ointment, spray or foam. 


Minoxidil is also used as an active ingredient in medications used for the treatment of high blood pressure.


BHM Chemicals is a supplier of high quality USP and Ph. Eur. grade Minoxidil suitable for use in pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications. 


Minimum order quantity: 25kg

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION


CHARACTERISTICS         

  


Assay

Identification

Loss on drying

Residue on ignition

Heavy metals

Chromatographic purity

  

HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATION


STORAGE




A white or almost white, crystalline powder. Slightly soluble in water, soluble in methanol and in propylene glycol.


97.0% to 103.0% (dried substance)

Conforms to USP tests

Not more than 0.5%

Not more than 0.5%

Not more than 0.002% (20ppm)

Not more than 1.5%


Non-hazardous chemicals


Keep container tightly closed in a cool and dry place and protected from light. Protect from contamination by foreign substances.