Anhydrous lactose

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KindExcipient
ClassFiller / diluent
SynonymsBeta-lactose, Lactose DT, Pharmatose DCL 21
Common uses / formsDirect-compression filler, moisture-sensitive APIs; 10–80% w/w
PropertiesAnhydrous beta-lactose; low moisture; good compactibility; can re-uptake surface moisture
CompendiaUSP, EP, BP, JP
Sourcing originsEU
Dominant inbound routeEU
Indicative price band$$ ($10–100 / kg)
Indicative lead timemedium (50–80 days)
NotesPreferred over monohydrate for moisture-sensitive actives; reducing sugar
Indicative planning bands for reference/education — not supplier quotes. Sourcing routes reflect the dominant inbound lane to the Arab region.

Related substances (Filler / diluent)

Microcrystalline cellulose · Lactose monohydrate · Spray-dried lactose · Mannitol · Dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate · Dibasic calcium phosphate anhydrous

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Cite as: AUPAM Experts' Office, Anhydrous lactose — sourcing profile (Excipient) — AUPAM Data Bank, retrieved 2026-08-31, https://aupameo.org/datasets/databank/e-anhydrous-lactose.html