Over-the-Counter Product Analysis Using Raman Spectroscopy – Rigaku Raman Technologies

Similar to pharmaceutical drugs, Over-the-Counter (OTC) products are subject to regulation by the FDA and other Boards of Health, and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). OTC products are formulated with one or more active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) in a matrix of excipients, binders and other components. The implementation of handheld Raman analysers for pharmaceutical material detection resulted in a similar use case for identification of OTC products and components. With Rigaku Raman Technologies’ portable and handheld product line of Raman analysers, OTC product materials are identified in seconds. Equipped with 1064, 785 or 532 nm laser excitation, our analyser’s open architecture design and adjustable settings enable control over the quality of methods which conclude in reliable and actionable Pass-Fail results. FirstGuard™ provides manufacturers with a handheld solution to perform rapid verification of a broad range of raw materials. Users can quickly perform accurate, non-destructive analysis through sealed packaging and increase testing to achieve 100% inspection. Rigaku Raman Technologies’ portable solutions include the Xantus-2™, the first portable dual wavelength Raman analyser to enter the market. Equipped with options of 785 and 1064nm or 532 and 1064nm lasers stabilised for Raman spectroscopy, the Xantus-2 delivers a unique combination of high sensitivity and minimised fluorescence. About Rigaku Raman Technologies Rigaku Raman is a leading global developer of innovative, portable and handheld easy-to-use Raman instruments designed for efficient and reliable analysis for such key application as pharmaceutical and OTC raw material verification, finished product authentication, anti-counterfeiting and academia. www.rigakuraman.com/solutions

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