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Kolliwax® GMS II

A solvent for oral, topical applications, co-emulsifier and low HLB surfactant, structure-building consistency factor for semi-solids and a viscosity enhancer. It also hardens suppository formulations and adjust their melting points.

Kolliwax GMS II is widely used as a co-emulsifier and consistency building factor. On the account of its consistency giving characters it is mainly used for the viscosity adjustment in pharmaceutical O/W emulsions. Kolliwax® GMS II is a white to slightly yellowish, hydrophilic wax, which is supplied as powder. BASF has in-depth knowledge about how to utilize this material and how best to manage its performance and its stability.

Why choose Kolliwax® GMS II?

  • Fully approved, pharmaceutical-grade products – for a peace of mind
  • Innovative solutions for better, more stable formulations
  • Guaranteed performance across a wide variety of applications

Major applications of Kolliwax® GMS II

Product Details
Chemical name Glycerol Monostearate
Former product name Cutina® GMS V PH
CAS No. 85251-77-0
Raw material origin Kolliwax® GMS II is based on vegetable and synthetic raw materials.
Regulatory status

Ph. Eur: Glycerol Monostearate 40-55 (type II)

USP/NF: Mono- and Di-glycerades

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Foams

BASF offers wide range of excipients for topical formulations enabling you to create the ideal skin delivery solution for your foam formulation. By extensively analyzing, refining and enhancing the sensorial effects of each ingredient class, we can help you to create products that increase patient compliance. We are committed to maintaining the highest level of quality. At the same time, we have focused on improving the mildness of formulations. Our range of solubilizers support effective delivery of the target API – the number-one priority when designing any dermatological product.

Liquid Dispersions, Solutions & Emulsions

A common way to improve the solubility of active ingredients is to formulate them in a liquid form - i.e. dispersion, solution, suspension or emulsion. Although each approach has its differences, they all share the need for functional excipients. BASF offers a comprehensive range of trusted functional excipients to make them work.

Solid Dispersions

In a solid dispersion the drug is dispersed in a carrier with the system appearing to be in a solid state. Target is an increase in solubility & bioavailability. BASF offers both an comprehensive portfolio and process expertise to consult you in finding the best formulation for your poorly soluble drug using a solid dispersions.

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Skin Delivery Platform

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Solubilization Platform

Effective solubilization in solid & liquid dosage forms.

Softgel Coatings

Customized solutions for the effective coatings of softgels to provide enteric sustained release and moisture protection.

Softgels: Capsule Fill

At BASF we offer a comprehensive range of high quality functional excipients, vitamins and omega-3 fish oils to support you in finding the right capsule fill for your formulation needs. This unique combination of products builds a bridge between dietary supplement and pharmaceutical products.

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Emulsifiers/Solubilizers

Innovative emulsifiers and solubilizers for all topical challenges.

Consistency Factors

BASF’s Kolliwax® portfolio features an extensive selection of oleochemical consistency factors to enhance your formulations. Available as free-flowing powders, free-flowing micro-pearls, and fatty acid mixtures, our consistency factors regulate the viscosity and stability of semi-solid formulations.

Solubilization Enhancement

BASF offers a comprehensive range of high quality lipids, solvents and solubilizers to enhance solubiliuty and bioavailability of poorly soluble drugs in softgel formulations.

Softgel Coatings

Customized solutions for the effective coatings of softgels to provide enteric sustained release and moisture protection.

Suppositories: Emulsifiers

BASF has a broad portfolio of compendial, GMP-manufactured emulsifiers suitable for use in suppository masses.