Spray Dried Lactose is a spherical free-flowing powder made from lactose monohydrate via spray drying process, containing controlled amorphous fraction to enhance compressibility. It features excellent flowability and outstanding direct compression performance, widely used as premium pharmaceutical excipient and food carrier. TNJ Chemical is the leading manufacturer and exporter since from 2001. We guarantee high quality, competitive price, stable supply, fast delivery and tech support etc. To find more, please contact sales@tnjchem.com
Product Information
Common Name: Spray Dried Lactose
CAS No.: 64044-51-5
Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁·H₂O
Molecular Weight: 360.31
Synonyms: Spray-dried lactose monohydrate, Direct compressible lactose
Chemphysical Properties
Appearance White or off-white spherical powder
Specific Rotation [α]D²⁰ +52.0° ~ +52.6°
Moisture Content 4.5 ~ 5.5 %Bulk Density 0.60 ~ 0.70 g/ml
Hausner Ratio ≤1.15
Solubility Soluble in water; slightly soluble in ethanolParticle Morphology Spherical agglomerates, 10~20% amorphous lactose
Quality Specification
| Item | USP/EP Grade | Food Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Assay (anhydrous basis), % | 98.5~101.5 | ≥99.0 |
| Water, % | 4.5~5.5 | 4.5~5.5 |
| Heavy metals (Pb), ppm | ≤10 | ≤10 |
| Residue on ignition, % | ≤0.1 | ≤0.1 |
| Microbial limit | Meet pharmacopoeia requirement | Food safety standard |
| Particle size | Custom mesh available | Custom mesh available |
Use & Application
USP/EP grade spray dried lactose is the preferred filler-binder for direct compression tableting. Its spherical particle shape delivers superior powder flow and high compactability, suitable for high-speed tablet press production. It is widely used in tablets, capsules and sachet formulations, also serves as carrier for dry powder inhalation drugs.
Food grade spray dried lactose acts as flavor carrier, anti-caking agent and texture modifier. It is applied in infant nutrition, confectionery, baked goods and nutritional supplements, improving powder flow and stabilizing aroma components in dry food blends.
Packing
25kg paper bag or carton box with PE inner liner. Customized packing available upon request.
Delivery & Storage
Store in cool, dry and well-ventilated warehouse. Keep tightly sealed to avoid moisture absorption, amorphous part is sensitive to high humidity. Avoid direct sunlight. Shelf life 36 months under proper storage. Transport as ordinary non-hazardous goods.



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