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Reagent/Compendial

ICH-Q7 GMP Manufactured Product

TROMETHAMINE (TRIS)

High Assay, USP, GMP, Reagent Grade

Minimum Order Quantity: 500kg Lead Time (if no stock): 3-months
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Product Code: TRIS-3257 | Previously: TR3257
Intended For Use As A High Purity Reagent Grade

For Critical Analytical, Diagnostic and Pharmaceutical Applications, and downstream manufacture of drug products where a high purity, high assay, GMP Tromethamine is required. Tris is a considered a “Good’s” buffer because it has low UV absorptivity, minimum reactivity, stable pH and is soluble in water.

CAS #: 77-86-1
Formula: C4H11NO3
Sol. In H2O @ 25°C (g/L): 550
F.W.: 121.14 g/mol
pH @ 20°C 5% aq.: 10.0 - 11.5
Useful pH: 7.0 - 9.0
pKa @ 20˚C: 8.3

Product Specifications

ANALYSIS

SPECIFICATIONS

Absorbance (1M)

260nm

280nm

430nm

0.06 a.u. max.

0.06 a.u. max.

0.01 a.u. max.

Absorbance (10%)

260nm

280nm

430nm

0.03 a.u. max.

0.02 a.u. max.

0.004 a.u. max.

Absorbance (40%) 290nm
0.2 a.u. max.
APHA Color, 20% Solution  
20 APHA max.
Assay (Ultrapure, Dried basis)
 
99.9% min
Chloride (Cl)  
≤ 20 ppm
Endotoxins  
≤ 2.5 EU/g
Enzymes

DNase

Protease

RNase

None

None

None

Heavy Metals (as Pb)  
1 ppm max
Insoluble Matter  
0.005% max.
Karl Fischer Water  
1.0% max.
Loss on Drying  
0.3% max.
Melting Point  
168 - 172°C
Microbial Content

TAMC

TYMC

≤ 100 CFU/g

≤ 100 CFU/g

pH (5%)  
10.0 – 11.5
Related Substances  
0.1% max.
Residue on Ignition  
0.05% max
Trace Metals

Arsenic (As)

Calcium (Ca)

Copper (Cu)

Iron (Fe)

Lead (Pb)

Magnesium (Mg)

Manganese (Mn)

Zinc (Zn)

≤ 1.6 ppm

≤ 1 ppm

≤ 1 ppm

≤ 1 ppm

≤ 1 ppm

≤ 5 ppm

≤ 1 ppm

≤ 1 ppm

 

Residual Solvents: Based on the manufacturing process and the controlled handling, storage and analysis of this product, this product complies with the requirements and specifications listed in the current USP method <467> Tables 1, 2, 3, or 4.

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General Product Description:

  • The manufacturing of Tromethamine TRIS-3257 is performed at BioSpectra’s Stroudsburg, PA facility and is conducted in a dedicated processing area using only dedicated equipment.
  • Tromethamine is a White Crystalline product
  • Molecular Formula: C4H11NO3 | Molecular Weight: 121.14 g/mol. | CAS Number: 77-86-1
  • There are no known major food allergens (as defined by FDA and WHO) in the manufacture of this product.
  • BioSpectra certifies that all Tromethamine TRIS-3257 manufactured at BioSpectra and its raw materials are not derived from or come in contact with animal parts, products and/ or byproducts. Tromethamine manufactured at BioSpectra and any raw materials used in the manufacture of Tromethamine at BioSpectra are not subject to genetic modification.
  • Synonyms: Tris, Tromethamine, Tris(hydroxymethyl) aminomethane

Product Statements:

Plant or Animal Origin Statement: BioSpectra certifies that Tris, Product Code TRIS-3257, manufactured by BioSpectra is of Synthetic origin. BioSpectra certifies that Tris, Product Code TRIS-3257, is not derived from Plant or Animal Origin.

Metal Residue Statement: BioSpectra certifies that Tris, Product Code TRIS-3257, manufactured by BioSpectra is manufactured without the use of metal catalysts and metal reagents. There are no known risks to metal residues in this product.

Melamine Statement: Based on the manufacturing process and the controlled handling, storage, and analysis of Tris, Product Code TRIS-3257, BioSpectra certifies that there is low risk for melamine contamination. Additionally, when tested for melamine, this product reports less than 0.15 ppm.

Residual Solvents Statement: Based on the manufacturing process and the controlled handling, storage and analysis of this product, this product complies with the requirements and specifications listed in the current USP method <467> Tables 1, 2, 3, or 4.

GMP Compliance:

Bio Excipient Grade Tromethamine Multicompendial TRIS-3257 is suitable for use as an excipient. It is manufactured in accordance with the ICH-Q7 Good Manufacturing Practice Guide. This grade of Tromethamine Multicompendial is not suitable to be used as an Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient, Drug Product or Household Item.

Expiration:

The recommended expiration period for Tromethamine is three years from the date of manufacture.

Storage and Shipping Conditions:

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a cool, dry, well- ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away from acids. Keep containers tightly closed.

Package Sizes:

10 kg and 25 kg pails and 50 kg drums

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