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.
