Praziquantel

Description

1. Product Overview

Praziquantel is a broad-spectrum anthelmintic active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) used primarily to treat parasitic worm infections in humans and animals. Its primary industrial use is in the pharmaceutical and veterinary sectors for formulating tablets, suspensions, and oral treatments targeting schistosomiasis, tapeworms, and other helminthic infestations. The key value proposition lies in its proven efficacy, high safety margin, and regulatory acceptance across global markets. Strategically, Praziquantel is critical for addressing public health challenges in endemic regions and for supplying veterinary therapeutics in large-scale livestock operations. Its consistent quality and performance make it an indispensable component in pharmaceutical manufacturing pipelines.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition / Material Components: Praziquantel (C19H24N2O2) pure active pharmaceutical ingredient
• Purity Level / Grade: ≥ 98–99% API purity, pharmaceutical/veterinary grade
• Physical Characteristics:
  • Form: Fine crystalline powder
  • Color: White to off-white
  • Particle size: Typically 100–200 μm (custom milling available)
  • Density: Approx. 1.3 g/cm³
• Packaging Options:
  • Bulk HDPE drums
  • FIBC (Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers)
  • Customized packaging under GMP-compliant conditions
• Shelf Life: 3–5 years under recommended storage (cool, dry, and dark conditions)

3. Core Industrial Applications

Primary Industries:

• Pharmaceutical manufacturers (human therapeutics)
• Veterinary medicine producers
• Contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs)

Operational Use Cases:

• Formulation of anti-parasitic tablets and oral suspensions
• Veterinary dosing solutions for livestock and pets
• Raw material for generic and branded pharmaceutical product lines

Performance & Cost Advantages:
Praziquantel offers reliable bioavailability, high efficacy against target parasites, and regulatory compliance for global markets. Its production consistency and stability reduce formulation variability, ensuring efficiency and cost savings in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Compared to alternative antiparasitic compounds, it provides superior spectrum coverage and established clinical efficacy.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Manufactured under stringent GMP conditions with batch-specific COA
• Supply Reliability: Continuous global supply from established chemical API facilities
• Logistics Capability: Bulk and containerized shipments with temperature-controlled transport options
• Price Competitiveness: Optimized production cost with scalable batch sizes
• Sustainability Benefits: Environmentally responsible manufacturing practices with low residual solvents
• Technical Support: Full documentation including COA, SDS, and regulatory dossiers available

Praziquantel is positioned as a strategic sourcing decision for pharmaceutical and veterinary manufacturers seeking dependable, high-quality, and regulatory-compliant anthelmintic API.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT
• Loading Capacity (MT per container): Approx. 20–22 MT per 20’ ISO container, depending on packaging configuration