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CONTENTS INDUSTRY TALK
5 Ugandan refugee recycles soap to save lives
22 Enhance your solid dose
NEWS
6 Ambitious plans for Ghana’s pharma industry 7 Croda establishes an office in Nigeria
manufacturing productivity
COLOUR COSMETICS 25 26
EVENTS
8 analytica Lab Africa announces 2019 show dates
How to formulate metallic makeup Create stunning colour cosmetics with Merck
20
Ashland innovates for African hair types Hydrate and repair hair with Xylishine
28 Mondi signs up to Climate Savers 29 Industry 4.0 and its impact 30 Unique systems and components from Schott
Less damaging relaxers a reality with Croda
INGREDIENTS
16 Sustainable shea butter from Olvea 18 ChemSystems celebrates six decades of innovation
20
A natural approach to beauty
PACKAGING
HAIR CARE 10 12 14
PHARMA FOCUS: TABLETTING & ENCAPSULATION
Natural ingredients for hair and skin care
Create colours
for your colour 26
IQ EXCITES US BECAUSE IT OPENS THE DOOR FOR INCREASED, IMPROVED AND SAFER DOMESTIC DRUG MANUFACTURING
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FROM THE EDITOR
Free from trend emerging in Africa
D
id you know up to 70 percent
learn more about natural actives for African
of women of colour prefer to
hair and skin care products.
wear their hair natural? This is according to a survey of 1 200
In our pharma focus this quarter, I Holland reveals why using multi-tip
women by beauty box company Cocotique
tooling is the best solution to increase
and, while the data and beauty box brand
productivity in solid dose manufacturing.
are US-based, they give a good indication
If you’re producing tablets in the African
of global Ethnic hair care trends.
pharma industry, this article on page 22 is a
Hair care products that are paraben free, sulphate free and safe for chemically
‘must read’. Our colour cosmetics feature on page
treated hair are also very important to 98
25 sticks with the theme of meeting the
percent of the women surveyed. The free
needs of modern African consumers.
from trend in particular is not isolated to
While it can be difficult to develop the right
the US market as we’re seeing more and
makeup for darker skin tones, partnering
more African consumers turning to free from
with the suppliers of pigments featured in
products in their quest for a healthy hair
this edition can help you produce super
care journey.
pigmented makeup products that help
The focus on healthy hair is big in this edition of Pharmaceutical
Cosmetic
consumers highlight their best features. On page 29, our packaging feature
Review Africa. On page 10, you can
takes a look at a series of topics affecting
read about Ashland and IMCD South
the industry. Climate change, Industry 4.0
Africa’s drive to help brand owners and
and a solution to help African pharma
manufacturers produce ‘free from’ hair
manufacturers reduce total cost of
care products that meet the needs
ownership when producing medicines
of multi-ethnic hair. Croda is another
while improving quality and
ingredient supplier on the healthy hair
safety for patients,
mission. The company recently did a
are discussed in
study on its protecting and conditioning
this section.
active, Crodafos CES, which is ideal for less damaging relaxer formulations. The study
I hope you enjoy
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INDUSTRY TALK
Recycled soap saves lives After fleeing civil war-torn Uganda in 1979, Dr Derreck Kayongo became a refugee in Kenya. He later immigrated to America to attend university, where he was inspired to start an organisation that has contributed to a remarkable 30 percent reduction in child deaths globally. This is his story.
D
r Kayongo explains how
people affected by natural
contribution to humanitarian aid
his journey from refugee
disasters. Dr Kayongo’s original
and for making a difference in
to CNN hero began: ‘I
vision for the organisation was to
was preparing to take a
also include micro-loans and
shower in my hotel when I discovered
training for soap makers
the many kinds of soap in the
in communities around
room. There was hand soap, face
the world, and this is
soap, body soap and shampoo. I
now underway.
had never seen so much soap for one person.’
The organisation recently joined forces
DID YOU KNOW?
communities in the USA. The city of Atlanta has designated 5 May as Global Soap
Dr Kayongo will be returning Project Day, which to Africa this year to share his occurs annually. inspiring story and recipe for In addition to his work success at the annual SAPICS with Global Soap and Conference in Cape Town, his humanitarian efforts, South Africa, from 10 to 13 June. Visit conference. Dr Kayongo is the CEO sapics.org for more for the National Centre information about for Civil and Human Rights. the event.
He began to wonder what
with Clean the World, to
happened to the partially used
add even more impetus
soap that disappeared from his
to both NPOs’ humanitarian
room each day. ‘I was shocked to
efforts. Jointly, they are now
discover that it was thrown away.’
active in more than 90 countries.
involved in a wide range of human
Motivated by his experiences
‘Through this partnership, even
rights issues.
as a refugee and knowing that
more trash will be diverted
in-crisis communities are often
from landfills, more soap can
TED TALK speakers in Charleston
without basic necessities, including
be recycled and distributed,
(USA) and travels the world
soap, Dr Kayongo decided to
more vulnerable people can be
sharing his knowledge and
create the Global Soap Project – a
reached, and there is an even
life-changing international aid
greater focus on the sustainable
organisation that collects discarded
impact of this lifesaving mission,’
soap bars from hotels, sanitises and
he enthuses. Dr Kayongo’s
reprocesses them, and distributes
visionary soap recycling
the finished products to vulnerable
operation is flying high and
military rule of
populations worldwide. This
making a real difference
dictator Idi Amin.
simple idea is making a significant
in millions of lives. Today,
contribution to the fight against
he sits on the board of
hygiene-related diseases, which are
the soap project, but no
voiceless, since many
the number one killers of children in
longer runs the non-profit
people affected
at-risk communities.
organisation.
‘Lack of proper hygiene claims
Located in Atlanta, the centre is
In 2014, he joined the elite
experiences, which include being Ugandan refugee turned entrepreneur, Dr Derreck Kayongo
forced to watch as his family and neighbours were rounded up, randomly selected and killed by a firing squad under the
‘I am giving a voice to the
by displacement and civil war never
yet I discovered that 800 million bars
MODERN DAY HERO
of soap are thrown away each year.
Among the honours
Kayongo is thrilled to
That is 2.6 million bars of soap every
bestowed on Kayongo
be able to bring his
single day,’ he explains.
is that of CNN hero. In
story back to Africa
2011, he was one of the
through the platform
more than 1.8 million lives every year,
CLEANING UP THE FUTURE
have a chance to be heard,’ he states. Dr
individuals recognised
provided by leading
by the media and
supply chain and
Global Soap has given millions
news platform for
operations management
of bars of soap to refugees and
an extraordinary
association, SAPICS. •
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NEWS
VIBRANT PLANS TO DEVELOP GHANA’S PHARMA INDUSTRY
New ingredient
meets modern personal hygiene needs
GHANAIAN VICE-PRESIDENT, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has
IN THE SEARCH for alternatives to
tasked all players in the pharmaceutical industry to work toward
organohalogen actives, Symrise
the cosmetics industry with
making Ghana the go-to destination for pharmaceuticals. This
developed SymGuard CD, a safe,
effective alternatives to traditional
is according to a report posted on the Business & Financial
skin and environmentally friendly
antimicrobials. We always aim to
Times website.
ingredient. It’s an effective alternative
offer customers and consumers
to triclosan and triclocarban, which
cutting-edge solutions,’ says Dr
the private sector, to pull resources together to turn Ghana
are being removed from formulations
Florian Genrich, Senior Global
into a vibrant pharmaceutical research and development and
for various reasons.
Product Manager at Symrise.
‘I urge all the players in the pharmaceutical industry, including
‘We are dedicated to providing
Due to consumer over exposure,
production hub,’ he said.
SymGuard CD is based on non-
environmental concerns and
organohalogen technology. This
March, Dr Bawumia noted this will not only support healthcare
regulatory changes, conventional
multifunctional ingredient protects
delivery but also provide jobs and their associated benefits to
organohalogen systems, such
the skin and the cosmetics product.
millions in Ghana.
as triclosan or triclocarban, are
It is a colourless, low odour, easy
being removed from cosmetics
to process liquid and can be
manufacturing facilities, which would be in the most competitive
products. The result is brand
used in different kinds of personal
position to meet all current international Good Manufacturing
owners and manufacturers
hygiene products such as soaps,
Practices standards, including the WHO-prequalification
are now incorporating modern
oral care products, refreshing gels
Speaking at the maiden Ghana Pharma Awards in Accra on 2
‘This will lead to a generation of modern pharmaceutical
antibacterial ingredients
standards, and to produce high quality affordable medicines not only for local consumption, but also for export,’ he added. Government, according to Dr Bawumia, is currently looking at the Ghana Pharmaceutical Sector Development
and deodorants.
into personal care
‘Thanks to its versatile
products. Anticipating
characteristics, SymGuard CD
this development, Symrise
offers a great deal of potential
developed SymGuard
Strategy document and will consider the proposal to set
for cosmetics manufacturers,’ Dr
up a National Bio-equivalence Centre in collaboration with
CD as a dedicated
the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana, Pharmaceutical
ingredient that meets the specific needs of
Manufacturers Association and
The company will unveil this new product at in-cosmetics Global in
hygiene and surfactant-
other stakeholders.
Genrich adds.
Amsterdam, taking place from 17 to
based cosmetics products.
19 April.
SA genomics centre to enable personalised medicine THE AFRICAN GENOMICS Centre – a first for the
Prof Gray comments, ‘This novel field of research
African continent – is already under construction at the
harnesses the science of genomics for personalised
South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) head
medicine. Knowledge of the DNA sequence has
office in Cape Town, South Africa.
become an important part of understanding disease.
In February, SAMRC cemented its collaboration with
By establishing the sequence of an individual’s genetic
the Beijing Genomics Institute (BGI), signing a formal
material, it is possible to identify mutations which are
agreement that guarantees an exciting future for this
specific to that person. These genetic tools will help
state-of-the-art research facility.
us understand South Africa’s diverse gene pool and
BGI is at the forefront of the global scientific progress on genetic science and DNA sequencing, while South Africa has identified an opportunity
convey insights on treatments for common diseases like diabetes.’ The centre will be a vital national asset, able to
Dr Li Ning and Prof Glenda Gray at the signing ceremony
Dr Li Ning, BGI’s chief development officer said
through this partnership to build the country’s capacity
contribute to better understanding factors that impact
the collaboration will strengthen bilateral relations
for whole human genome sequencing.
on the health of South Africans and inform strategies
between China and South Africa, as both countries
to improve their response to diseases. This means
have contributed to the facility in terms of research
new era of medical research and means that we
conditions that contribute to the heavy disease burden
capacity, funding, equipment and other infrastructure.
join a small, but growing, group of countries that are
in the country – such as hypertension, stroke, heart
‘BGI congratulates SAMRC on its commitment to
pioneering this type of innovation,’ says Professor
disease, diabetes and cancer – can be diagnosed
scientific advancement. We have already learned much
Glenda Gray, SAMRC president. The signing ceremony
faster and more accurately. Treatments can also be
from each other and are truly enthusiastic about future
took place on 16 February on top of Table Mountain in
delivered in a more targeted, effective and cost-
scientific breakthroughs as well as the many benefits
Cape Town.
efficient way.
these will bring to Africa,’ Dr Li said.
‘The development propels South Africa into a
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NEWS
Demand grows for Croda expands its footprint in Africa
Italian packaging machinery in Africa SEVEN COMPANIES COORDINATED by the Italian Packaging Machinery
WITH A FOCUS on niche, fast growth markets, the global
Manufacturers’ Association (Ucima)
speciality ingredient company has established an office in
and the Italian Trade Agency (ITA)
Nigeria, on Victoria Island, Lagos, to ensure proximity to its customers. According to Sébastien Moughli, Croda’s regional sales manager, this development will translate into increased revenue generated from the territory because ‘customers
took part in Propak East Africa. This is one of the most important exhibitions focused on processing and packaging technology in East
appreciate the presence of knowledgeable Croda staff in the region and the local availability of innovative, sustainable and high performance ingredients’.
Africa. The exhibition took place from 17 to 19 March at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre
Over the past five years, the company has completed a
(KICC) in Nairobi.
number of market surveys in Nigeria and has been actively
The Siad Macchine Impianti exhibition stand at Propak East Africa
Ucima and ITA coordinated the
marketing the Croda product offering. ‘As a result, we have
Italy country pavilion which featured
a good understanding of market needs, together with an established customer base,’ he explains. ‘Our activities are focused on three market areas, including personal care, home care and oil and gas. We also have a strategy in place
the region saw 13 percent growth
Galdi (Treviso), Goglio (Varese),
in total imports of packaging
MG2 (Bologna), R. Bardi (Parma),
machinery, worth €147.6 million.
Siad Macchine Impianti (Bergamo),
to investigate opportunities in crop care due to a recent acquisition in this market sector.’ With this clear scope of activities, Croda recently appointed Olumide Olutayo as country manager, who will be responsible for the company’s activities in the region. Olutayo has a honours in chemistry, MBA and a post graduate diploma in economics coupled with 14 years’ experience, nine of which include chemical sales and the other five in management.
in the East African region, the
Machinery (Parma).
top destination for packaging
In 2016, East Africa as a whole,
percent share (€55.7 million in 2016,
Eritrea, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Kenya,
up 42.4 percent from 2015), followed
Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius,
by Ethiopia (€34.8 million, up 66.3
Mozambique, Rwanda, Seychelles,
percent from 2015) and Tanzania
Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia
(€22.6 million down 19.3 percent on
and Zimbabwe, imported packaging
2015 figures).
second largest exporter to the
Excellence and back office staff.
region with a market share of 18.6 percent, behind Germany and ahead
Olumide Olutayo, Croda’s country manager for Nigeria
machinery is Kenya with a 30.5
including Burundi, Comoros,
tune of €182.7 million. Italy is the
by the South African Centre of
Analysing the individual countries
SMI (Bergamo) and Tropical Food
and processing machinery to the
Croda’s Nigerian office will be supported
In the first three quarters of 2017,
seven major Italian companies:
of China.
In the first three quarters of 2017, Kenya and Tanzania both saw further acceleration with respect to the same period in 2016 (up 27.9 and 38.6 percent respectively), while Ethiopia experienced a weakening, down 33.4 percent.
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EVENTS
New venue and show dates for analytica Lab Africa Set to become the hub for Africa’s laboratory industry, analytica Lab Africa will take place for the first time from 9 to 11 July, 2019, at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa.
T
he new show dates and venue are a result of Messe München’s
acquisition of Lab Africa and subsequent integration into the organiser’s analytica network. The trade fair is set to continue growing in the promising African market. Claudia Sixl, exhibition group director of the analytica trade fairs at Messe München, comments: ‘The integration of Lab Africa into the analytica
network gives the event an even more professional appearance and greater international visibility. The further development of rebranding the trade fair from Lab Africa to analytica Lab Africa, is the first big step in the new direction.’ A new logo, the extended trade fair name and new website are not the only changes. In 2019, the trade fair will be held at Gallagher Convention Centre for the first time. As one of Africa’s largest exhibition venues with modern infrastructure, Gallagher offers analytica Lab Africa plenty of space for development opportunities in the exhibition and conference sector.
DESIGNED FOR THE AFRICAN MARKET As part of the worldwide analytica network with events in Munich (Germany), China, India and Vietnam, the trade fair will combine different topics and innovative, international products and solutions to meet the specific requirements of the African market. The show will focus on new developments in the areas of laboratory technology, analytics, biotechnology and diagnostics. It will target a wide audience of laboratory professionals from areas that play an important role in Africa’s development, including R&D representatives, quality control personnel, laboratory professionals and decisionmakers from the pharmaceutical, medicine, agriculture, mining, environmental technologies, and the food and beverage industries. In addition to trade visitors from South Africa, participants and visitors from Namibia, Botswana, Kenya, Nigeria and Ghana are also expected at the 2019 show. Visit www.analytica-africa.com for more information. •
Beautyworld brand expands
into Saudi Arabia
S
audi Arabia’s vibrant beauty industry has been underlined by a new exhibition in Jeddah, offering global suppliers of cosmetics, skin and hair care, salon supplies and fragrances a new pathway to the Middle East’s
largest beauty and personal care market. The launch of Beautyworld Saudi Arabia 2018 comes as consumer and professional spending on beauty and wellbeing continues to rise, with Euromonitor International estimating Saudi’s retail value for beauty and personal care will be worth US$6.9 billion in 2021, compared to US$5.4 billion in 2017. Beautyworld Saudi Arabia is organised by Messe Frankfurt Middle East in partnership with Saudi-based ACE Exhibitions, and is the fifth Beautyworld event globally, following annual shows in Dubai (Beautyworld Middle East) and Japan (Beautyworld Japan, Beautyworld Japan West and Beautyworld Japan Fukuoka). ‘Saudi Arabia still offers plenty of untapped potential, so the time is right for the world-renowned Beautyworld brand to make its debut on Saudi soil,’ says Ahmed Pauwels, CEO of Messe Frankfurt Middle East, which also organises Beautyworld Middle East. Saudi visitors to Beautyworld Middle East have increased steadily over the last six years, from just under 1 400 in 2012 to 2 500 in 2017, making it the third largest visitor country to the show.’
LAUNCH PARTNERS AND SHOW FEATURES The excitement surrounding the inaugural event has been underlined by the 15 launch partners that have already signed on, including Firmenich, Symrise, IFF, Nazih Group, Sawaya International, Al Haramain Perfumes, My Perfume Factory, Identiscents, Neo Perfumes, Piramal Group, Creative Beauty Source, Oudh Al Anfar, Unitrade, Beauty Care Company and Forever 52 make up. They will be joined by an expected 100-plus exhibitors from around the world when doors open for the first time from 14 to 16 October 2018 at the Jeddah Center for Forums and Events. Hadi Al-Harith, CEO of ACE Exhibitions, says: ‘We’re excited to launch Beautyworld Saudi Arabia as part of our drive to bring new industry sectors into Saudi Arabia in tandem with the Saudi Vision 2030. Saudi Customs statistics show the weight of imported cosmetics in the past year amounted to approximately 44.6 million kilograms.’ Beautyworld Saudi Arabia 2018 will cover these product groups: fragrance; cosmetics and skin care; personal care and hygiene; natural and organic; hair care, nails and salon supplies; and machinery, packaging, raw materials and contract manufacturing. Visit www.beautyworldksa.com for more information about Beautyworld Saudi Arabia. •
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HAIR CARE
Happy hair
Solutions for natural, healthy locks A healthy hair journey is what most men and women want. Ashland is targeting this and other hair care needs with its new solutions to help brand owners and manufacturers produce ‘free-from’ products for healthy, natural hair. By Abby Vorster
I
n Africa, hair care blogs
speciality chemicals company
to consumers looking for natural
and analyst reports show
seeks to transform the efficacy,
gentler offerings.
consumers are clearing
usability, allure, integrity and
out their cabinets, ditching
profitability of its customers’ hair
products formulated with harsh
care products.
chemicals. Ijeoma Kola, a
In February, Ashland’s global
WHAT’S ON OFFER FROM ASHLAND? Sustainable and natural
Nigerian-born, New Jersey
marketing manager for hair
Ashland produces a number of
raised millennial and hair care
care, Dave Popplewell visited
ingredients in its biotHAIRapy range,
blogger is helping thousands
South Africa for an interactive
which are natural or naturally
of women transition from
hair care seminar hosted in
derived. These can be used in
processed and relaxed hair
conjunction with its South African
various hair care products, including
to natural locks. Another
agent, IMCD South Africa.
shampoos, conditioners, treatments
Nigerian blogger, Anayo of the
Dave Popplewell
‘Observing how dermo-
and styling products.
Mayvenn Hair team, also shares
cosmetic brands have been gaining
content predominantly on natural
popularity in the US, hair care brands
solutions to improve formulations
hair care after ‘a relaxer broke off her
are also heightening their remedial
that are free-from, for example,
healthy hair in just eight months’.
claims as consumers take a more
sulphates and silicones etc. The
holistic approach to their wellbeing,
platform is backed by extensive
terminology used on these and other
viewing hair as an extension of the
information on sustainable sourcing
African hair care blogs, including
skin,’ Popplewell commented.
and sustainability audits to meet
There is a lot of common
‘texture envy’; ‘looser, neater hair’; ‘natural curls’; ‘hair strengthening’ and ‘long and healthy, natural hair’ to name a few. These hair care needs are on Ashland’s radar, as the
Stylist Khumalo shows how AquaStyle SH-100 helps define the curls of natural African hair
He says consumers perceive free-from claims as the biggest
The biotHAIRapy platform offers
customers’ needs in this regard. Included in the BiotHAIRapy
indicator of natural and/or organic
biofunctional platform for hair
hair care products. Products with
is a series of five offerings, each
the presence of oils also appeal
targeting a specific aesthetic benefit and inspired by key biological markers. The Hair Stemness System, based on rice protein, may help mitigate the stress factors known to compromise hair growth capital. The Hair Fullness System, based on corn protein, may support better intercellular communications – a process essential for hair density. The Hair Keratin System, based on yeast extract, may contribute to structural proteins required for stronger, healthier-looking strands. The Hair Melanin System focuses on hair colour while the Hair Detox System has been developed to support ageing hair.
High shine, beautiful style Ashland has also launched a new styling polymer, AquaStyle SH-100.
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Two South African hair bloggers who attended the Ashland IMCD South Africa hair care seminar
Khumalo shares his views on the functionality and usability of the anti-frizz cream, with delegates who attended the hair care seminar
HAIR CARE
This advanced, patentpending, styling polymer provides long-lasting hold under humid conditions. Primarily targeted at crystal clear gels, it enables easy pick-up from the jar and smooth distribution on hair. Studies also show it provides excellent shape memory with no flaking
DID YOU KNOW?
High shine is evident
•e xcellent high humidity resistance
Ashland’s FiberHance bm on the model’s natural solution is another great ingredient hair, after treating it Henkel South for African hair. Curly hair is prone to with the anti-frizz cream Africa’s R&D testing formulated with two breakage, but this unique product can percent AquaStyle SHand salon studio be used to help strengthen hair from 100 and straightening it within. While it can be used in various manager. Khumalo with a flat iron applications, such as mousses, used an anti-frizz sprays, hair colour and bleach cream formulated spreadability, four for treatments, Ashland has plans to with two percent manageability, five for no test the efficacy of FiberHance bm solution in a relaxer AquaStyle SH-100 to style residue, four for initial hold formulation. a model’s natural hair. He
• smooth comb-through
said the model’s hair felt silky
• no tack upon drying
and smooth, and the product did
•n o flaking.
not leave any residue on his hands
Ashland and IMCD South Africa put
or the model’s scalp.
or tackiness. AquaStyle SH-100 can be used in spray gels, cream gels, waxes and pomades, as well as non-aerosol mousses and sprays. The consumer benefits of AquaStyle SH-100 polymer include: •g ood initial stiffness •d urable, all-day hold
the new styling polymer to the test in an interactive hair care demo
led by David Khumalo,
and five for its curl memory
Khumalo gave the anti-frizz cream a high score of five for
boosting properties. •
Ashland – www.ashland.com IMCD South Africa – www.imcdgroup.com/ worldwide/south-africa
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HAIR CARE
Repair and hydrate hair with Xylishine CJP Chemicals’ principal, Seppic has developed a hair moisturiser and repairing agent for multi-ethnic hair.
S
eppic’s new hair moisturiser, Xylishine enhances shine in all hair types. This bioinspired mix of natural
sugars is sourced mainly from wood and brown algae species, Pelvetia canaliculata. Sugars derived from wood
Pelvetia canaliculata, an algae that grows on rocky shores, is one of the two natural raw materials used to produce Xylishine
hemicellulose have a high capacity for water absorption. They enable
and the other, a rinse off shampoo
strengthening of the structure of cell
tested on Caucasian hair. Results
walls and contribute to the flexibility
showed Xylishine at three percent
of the algae. Pelvetia canaliculata
significantly boosts hair shine and
contains sugars that maintain
helps define curls in frizzy hair.
the hydration vital to its survival
compliant, including in China (IECIC
autumn, the algae instantly gorges
listed). It is easy to incorporate
itself on water to reactivate all its
into any type of hair formulation
biological activities.
(shampoos with/without cationics,
Inspired by nature, these properties are replicated in the
reasons why you should use Xylishine:
The active ingredient is worldwide
during dry summer months. In
conditioners and hair sprays). Audrey Poujade-Fauresse, product
composition of Xylishine to restore
manager at Seppic, comments:
hair’s shine and flexibility.
‘By combining the expertise of our
PROVEN EFFECTIVE
marine biotechnologies with that of the plant, Seppic has taken up
In ex vivo studies, in rinse off and
the challenge of hair hydration
leave on applications, Xylishine i ntense and deep moisturisation penetrating into the
and proposes Xylishine – an
at three percent repairs the hair
hair fibre
active ingredient offering a rare
fibre and restores deep moisture in
i mmediate improvement of hair shine, curl definition
moisturising intensity to the core of
damaged hair – up to 30 percent
and softness
the fibre, with a visible benefit.’ •
hydration was noted in the core of
suitable for shampoo and conditioner formulations,
the fibre.
and leave on hair treatments
Two in vivo studies were also
compatible with cationics.
performed; one involved a leave on lotion tested on Brazilian hair
CJP Chemicals – www.cjpchemicals.co.za Seppic – www.seppic.com
XYLISHINE™ THE SHINE OF MOISTURISED HAIR FOR GLOSSY & STRONG HAIR
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HAIR CARE
More manageable, less damaged hair with Crodafos CES
Many African women relax their hair so that it’s easier to manage. Traditional relaxers are damaging, so Croda South Africa has developed a safer, effective relaxer system using Crodafos CES.
C
roda South Africa recently conducted consumer focus
them. These bonds are found within cystine molecules, the key
group research and interviewed, amongst others, a group
amino acid within the principle protein of hair – keratin. Strong
of more than 30 African women with relaxed hair. When we
actives in relaxers are known to break and reform bonds within
asked why they relaxed their hair, their feedback centred
the hair, causing damage to the scalp and hair fibres.
mostly around manageability, including the need to comb, style and maintain a neat, longer, more practical hairstyle. Relaxers on the market will give consumers longer, more manageable
DO AWAY WITH DAMAGE Croda’s Centre of Excellence in Johannesburg, South Africa,
hair, but not without damaging the hair fibres and scalp. The chemical
is doing extensive research on African hair with one area
reactions that take place during relaxing cause breakage, altering and
of focus being relaxers. ‘We wanted to produce a relaxer
reforming of different bonds within the hair. As a relaxer diffuses into hair
formulation that will give straight, longer, easier to comb and
fibres, it readily disrupts hydrogen bonds and salt bridges. Disulphide
more manageable hair, without causing damage to the hair
bonds, which covalently link two adjacent polypeptide chains, are very
fibres. Crodafos CES is our solution to reduced hair cuticle
strong bonds and typically require a strong chemical reaction to break
damage,’ explains Christien Gordon, technical manager at Croda South Africa. Figure 1: Virgin African hair tresses ranging from curl type VI to VII
Table 1: Crodafos CES Base Relaxer
Part A
Part B
Part C
Relaxer A
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Ingredient/INCI Name
Functionality
% w/w
Crodafos CES (Cetearyl Alcohol (and) Dicetyl Phosphate (and) Ceteth-10 Phosphate)
Hair relaxing emulsifier base
5
Crodacol C90 (Cetyl Alcohol)
Viscosity builder
5
Petroleum Jelly (Petrolatum)
Occlusive
18
Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum)
Occlusive
13
Water Deionised (Aqua)
-
48.9
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
2
Water Deionised (Aqua)
-
6
Sodium Hydroxide
Hair straightening active
2.1
HAIR CARE Figure 2: Curl Type VII
Crodafos CES has unique emulsifying
Relaxer A
Relaxer B
Relaxer C
Relaxer B
Relaxer C
properties that provide for emulsions with distinctly different characteristics to conventional emulsifying waxes. This optimised phosphate-based emulsifying wax exhibits a combination of natural substantivity, high stability, greater oil deposition and shear thinning (thixotropy) to promote fast, simultaneous release of oiland water-based actives from emulsions. ‘When used in a relaxer formulation, we found the end-result to be noticeably less cuticle damage and greater conditioning,’ she adds.
Figure 3: Curl Type VIII Relaxer A
Crodafos CES is stable over a wide pHrange, so it can be used in AHA skin creams at pH 3 without neutralisation and in hair relaxers at pH 13 with neutralisation in situ. Because its negative charge is concealed, Crodafos CES is considered ‘cryptoanionic’, making it milder than typical anionic surfactants and compatible with many cationics.
COMPARISON AND RESULTS During a recent study, three different relaxers were tested on two different African hair curl types, ranging from type VI to VIII. A Crodafos CES relaxer formulation (see Table 1) was compared to a relaxer formulation typically used in North West Africa (Relaxer B) and a commercial benchmark relaxer typically used in subSaharan Africa (Relaxer C). Relaxer B and C both contained a non-ionic emulsifying wax, consisting of a blend of Cetearyl Alcohol and Polysorbate 60. All three relaxer formulations contained Sodium Hydroxide as the straightening active ingredient. ‘We compared the hair surface quality using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) image analysis and hair wetting properties were evaluated by contact angle measurements,’ Gordon comments.
the hair surface became more hydrophilic,
relaxers B and C. A professional hairdresser
which can lead to the hair looking
analysed various dry and wet attributes
damaged and more brittle.
before, during and after the relaxation
The contact angle measurements were
process. The hairdresser preferred the
obtained using a Kruss Tensiometer K100.
performance, viscosity, rinse-ability and
Figure 4 shows the contact angle relative
look of Relaxer A. During the dry evaluations
to the two different curl types. On both
on hair volume, Relaxer A performed
curl types, Relaxer A showed statistically
particularly well compared to Relaxer B
significant results (p ≤ 0.001) compared to
and Relaxer C. This can be attributed to
Relaxer B and Relaxer C, indicating that
Crodafos CES used in Relaxer A, which
Relaxer A leads to the most hydrophobic
caused less cuticle damage to the hair
hair surface. This means hair looks and feels
fibres and left hair looking and feeling
healthier and is less damaged.
less damaged. •
During a salon study conducted on African panellists with curl types ranging from type VI to VIII, Croda South Africa compared the performance of Relaxer A to
Croda South Africa – www.crodapersonalcare.com
Figure 4: Contact angle of performance of three different relaxers on two different African hair curl types
Figures 1 shows SEM images of the two different curl types of virgin African hair. The hair fibres have smooth, even cuticles arranged along the hair fibre, with no lifted cuticles or cracks visible. Figures 2 and 3 show SEM images of the different curl types treated with the three different relaxers. On the hair fibres treated with the different relaxer formulations you can see the hair surface is not as smooth and aligned as the virgin hair fibres. Relaxer A (formulated with Crodafos CES) shows less surface damage to the cuticles than Relaxer B and Relaxer C, where lifted cuticles and cracks in the hair fibre are clearly visible. With Relaxer B and Relaxer C,
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Good for skin,
greater for economic freedom
Images courtesy of Olvea
International demand for shea butter in the cosmetics and food industries has increased by more than 1 200 percent in the last 10 years. Olvea is doing extensive work to formalise supply chains, ensure fair trade for female cooperatives and guarantee the quality of this prized ingredient.
T
he butter is produced from
developing a sustainable approach
Oils launched two new products:
the nuts found inside shea
to the shea butter supply chain. This
organic and fair-trade shea butter
fruits, which grow on shea
relies on transparent and long-term
as well as organic sesame seed
trees in the semi-arid Sahel
relations with women’s cooperatives.
oil. These products are the result
Located in Normandy, France,
region of West Africa. Traditionally,
of sustainable supply chains,
nuts are collected and processed by
Olvea is a leading supplier of
which rely on transparent and long
women. About 50 percent of rural
vegetable oils and speciality
term relationships with producer
women in Burkina Faso are engaged as collectors, which is why shea butter is commonly called ‘women’s gold’. Historically, the collecting and processing was not formalised, and the women had little knowledge of market requirements. Yet this
DID YOU KNOW?
ingredients to the global cosmetics industry. Since 1929, Olvea has been
Shea plays a very important setting up sustainable social and economic role in argan oil supply chains rural areas in Burkina Faso. The in Morocco and shea traditionally made butter, commonly butter, sesame seed oil known as ‘women’s gold’, provides and beeswax supply an additional source of income for chains in Burkina Faso. millions of women in the region so they can pay for their These supply chains families’ schooling and are built on partnerships healthcare needs. defined by a participative
has changed since French
memorandum of understanding.
organisations. By collaborating with these producer organisations, Olvea has been able to develop protocols for a sustainable supply chain approach. The subsidiary has also diversified to offer organic and fair-trade shea butter that is Ecocert approved and certified according to the ESR standard and Fair for Life standard of IMO. This sustainable, fair trade product respects the environment and societal responsibility within
company, Olvea launched
For shea kernels, this approach
the supply chains. It is also the
a subsidiary in Burkina Faso in
allows the company to improve
result of ethical and transparent
2008 with the long term view of
and manage the supply chains
business relationships.
from a quality, sustainability and fair trade perspective.
FOCUS ON TRACEABILITY
SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAINS Olvea Burkina Faso is based in Bobo Dioulasso and works with more than
A QUALITY PRODUCT FOR COSMETICS With its high unsaponifiable matter, shea butter has a restructuring effect on the epidermis. Thanks to its soothing and
OLVEA HAS DEVELOPED its own on site eco-refining plant
20 000 women producers for its shea
moisturising properties, it has
in Normandy to offer customers bio-sourced and eco-refined
production. In 2016, the subsidiary
become a key ingredient in a wide
oils with complete traceability. These products, prized by
installed an eco-friendly production
range of skin, sun, lip and hair care
cosmetics laboratories, are used in many formulations.
unit, which saw Olvea increasing
products, as well as makeup.
Internalising the refining step in its production chain gives
its production capacity and
Olvea total control and helps the company reduce the carbon
developing new supply chains.
footprint of its vegetable oils.
Based on industry and consumer demand, in 2017 Olvea Vegetable
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At Olvea Burkina Faso, solvent-free first press shea butter is produced. The company has an annual trituration capacity of around
INGREDIENTS Olvea Burkina Faso
and a detailed control plan for sampling and analyses to ensure daily product quality 3. good manufacturing practices to control chemical, allergenic, 3 500t of shea kernels. It is Ecocert
physical and microbiological
approved to supply organic shea
hazards, according to HACCP
butter that meets the CE 889/2008
principles, to guarantee product
regulation and NOP standards.
quality and safety
The quality of its shea grades
4. w ithin the organisation, at every
and products is guaranteed by a
step of the supply chain, the
quality management system that
subsidiary closely monitors each
involves thorough documentation,
process and procedure from
rigorous procedures and high
kernel procurement to the delivery
performance teamwork. Olvea Burkina Faso also invests in
OLVEA BURKINA FASO WORKS WITH MORE THAN 20 000 WOMEN PRODUCERS FOR ITS SHEA PRODUCTION
of the refined shea butter. Olvea’s vegetable oils, argan oil and
an ongoing improvement approach
shea butter are available throughout
centred on four major pillars:
southern Africa from Savannah
1. receptive to customers’ needs
Fine Chemicals. •
with an innovative range of conventional or organic raw materials sourced from West Africa’s natural resources 2. h igh quality procurement at its production site which is supported by a compliant laboratory
Olvea – www.olvea.com/en Olvea Burkina Faso – www.olvea.com/burkina-faso Savannah Fine Chemicals – www.savannah.co.za
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Celebrating 60 years of sustainable innovation
ChemSystems – the bold, innovative, engaged, green and responsible company – is celebrating 60 years of manufacturing innovation. It was established in 1958 and now operates within the AECI group of companies. By Abby Vorster Bulk storage tanks at ChemPark
teams and warehousing are situated. A second manufacturing plant is located in KwaZulu-Natal (SA) at the Umbogintwini Industrial complex.
CONSUMER SPECIALITIES Striving to supply excellent quality products backed by relevant technical expertise, ChemSystems is known in the industry to provide raw materials that meet the changing demands of the cosmetics, personal care, household products and pharmaceutical industries. Since inception, partnerships have been the heart of its business model – with its customers and in working closely with its technology partners around the world. By combining core scientific expertise with a deep understanding of market needs, ChemSystems delivers raw materials that are safe, effective and sustainable.
H
The company understands that what ugo Basson, MD of
specialities, industrial and mining, paper
consumers put on their bodies or in their
ChemSystems, which is part
and leather, construction and refractory,
homes matters, so it strives to deliver
of AECI’s speciality chemicals
and foundry and timber.
consistently good quality ingredients that
pillar, says the company’s long
The company operates the five
make a difference. ‘We are proud to be associated with
history is built on a reputation around
aforementioned business units from
passion and commitment to creating
its ChemPark facility, located in
the best technology partners within each
lasting, relevant partnerships with its
Chloorkop, Kempton Park, South Africa.
category of our business,’ says Thureya
employees, customers and suppliers.
This is where its primary manufacturing
Sarlie, sales director at ChemSystems.
ChemSystems has evolved from a highly
facilities producing up to 14 400t per
‘The business unit is now stronger than
industrial focus to one that meets the
annum, product application and
ever after being rebranded in 2015.
exacting needs of several specialised
research laboratories, as well as its
The transition period from 13 previously
industries. These include consumer
sales, marketing and administration
standalone AECI companies into nine
We are far more than an ingredient supplier… Chemsystems, Consumer Speciality Division, supplies chemical raw materials and value-adding services to the cosmetics, toiletry, detergent and pharmaceutical sectors. We offer a one stop solution from our first class international suppliers located throughout the world together with our local production of emulsifying waxes, silicone emulsions, silicone antifoams and conditioning agents. Shonna Twynham (Commercial and Technical) Inland Mobile +27 (0) 79 372 0761 Email shonna.twynham@chemsystems.co.za
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INGREDIENTS
CHEMSYSTEMS DELIVERS RAW MATERIALS THAT ARE SAFE, EFFECTIVE AND SUSTAINABLE The company recognises that customers have different needs and that these needs change – it’s how ChemSystems respond to these needs that differentiates the business from its competitors. ‘We bring the products and solutions, the creativity and innovation agglomerated businesses has been
The warehouse capacity at ChemPark spans 3 500m2 of non-flammable goods storage space and 700m2 for flammable goods
extremely positive. We have made enormous strides in developing the
of our international technology partners to Africa. Our customers also benefit from excellent global technical support at
consumer specialities business unit,
is also adding to the unit’s portfolio of
any point in formulation development,
adding to our technology partners and
services and technical infrastructure to
from conceptualisation to final product
expanding our capabilities to ensure
add value to its customers and within the
production. We constantly strive to offer
we offer a one-stop shop solution. This is
supply chain.
better and more sustainable solutions in
both from our international technology
‘With our manufacturing capabilities at
every part of our business, from customer
partners and in terms of our local
Chloorkop, companies can partner with
service and product quality to ingredients,
production offering.’
ChemSystems on a contract manufacturing
logistics and technologies,’ she adds. •
The business unit has extensive
basis for their liquids filling and dry powder
formulation expertise to assist customers
blending needs. These solutions are
with new product development and in re-
applicable to household and personal care
formulating existing products. The company
products,’ she adds.
ChemSystems – www.chemsystems.co.za
More than just a chemical supplier The Protea Chemicals brand has a wealth of experience and a reputation for excellence in distribution of speciality, functional effect chemicals and polymers in sub-Saharan Africa, operating under the OMNIA Chemical Division. Protea is more than just a chemical supplier, touching consumers daily by the value add chemical solutions we offer across all industries. The quality of our products is supported by a strong and reliable network of local and international principals and more importantly by the Protea commitment to safety, health, the environment and quality directives. This enables us to be one of the leading distributors in almost every sector of the market. In Protea Consumer Care, we offer a wide range of commodity and speciality chemicals to the Home, Personal and Health Care sectors, across South Africa, in each of the major hubs with an extended footprint covering sub-Saharan Africa. The Protea Consumer Care range of products includes Petroleum Jelly, White Oils, Natural and Synthetic waxes, Glycerine, Glycols, Oleochemicals, Primary and Secondary Surfactants, Rheology Modifiers, Fragrances, Plant Oils and Butters, Vitamins, Actives, Lanolins and their derivatives, Natural Powders and an extensive range of commodity chemicals in various pack sizes. Speak to us about our custom blend solutions for your business.
Leanne Rossouw: Industry Sector Manager Mobile: + 27 (0)76 683 5615 Tel: +27 11 821 3310 Email: Leanne.Rossouw@proteachemicals.co.za General Enquiries: info@proteachemicals.co.za
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INGREDIENTS
A natural approach to beauty While being neat and naturally beautiful are considered confidence boosters for all women, African consumers are inspired by a wider scope of traditional beauty rituals. To help brand owners meet these consumers’ needs, Botanichem pairs certain natural ingredients with the modern beauty demands of African women.
R
ising affluence in Africa’s middle
Skin lightening is a big trend with many
reduce pigmentation and dark spots and
class is seeing these consumers
aiming for a lighter and/or even skin
become more aware of their
tone. Carolite promotes skin lightening by
health and wellbeing. This is driving
inhibiting the production of melanin in a
South Africa, where the active ingredient
two-fold growth in the beauty industry: firstly,
safe manner. Since it is extracted from the
is produced, have shown Carolite to be
people are investing in products to improve
leaves of the carob tree, it is a naturally
effective as a skin lightener and in treating
their skin and hair care regimes; secondly,
derived ingredient, clinically proven to
age spots and blemishes. The active
consumers are becoming more aware of the ingredients used in these products. Various analyst reports show a clear
The seeds of the Mafura tree are cold pressed to produce Mafura butter
even skin tone. Various in vivo tests conducted in
ingredient is also proven to be non-toxic and safe for use when applied topically. This means Carolite provides an effective
swing towards natural ingredients derived
and safer alternative to hyper-pigmentation
from Africa.
treatments currently on the market which
The carob tree is widely cultivated for its
are either formulated with Kojic acid, a
edible pods. Its leaves are the source of
known skin irritant, or Hydroquinone, an
Carolite, a targeted extract used to address
ingredient thought to be carcinogenic.
blemishes in skin care and for lightening the
Many women dream of having and
skin tone.
maintaining firm and supple skin. Kigafirm,
Crest Chemicals
Hair anyway you like with the right ingredients
Contact us: Johannesburg (011)254 3300, Cape Town (021)534 3140, Durban (031)9025324, East London (043) 726 8713 and Port Elizabeth (041)453 1981 enquiries@crestchem.co.za Crest chemicals.indd 1
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INGREDIENTS
extracted from the fruit of Kigelia africana,
protective properties, it prevents hair colour
is known for its skin firming properties. This
from fading, helps hair retain moisture and
African active ingredient maximises firming
provides excellent shine.
and anti-inflammatory activity in the skin.
It is important to note that once hair is
In central Africa, Kigelia africana has a
damaged, it is irreversible. Nothing
long history of traditional use based on its
will magically repair the hair, other
breast firming properties. It can also be used
than cutting it and allowing it to
in cosmetics applications for caring for the
regrow. However, there are ingredients and
skin around the eye and décolleté areas. This
products on the market that can prevent
active is suitable for day creams, body lotions
further damage and care for damaged
and creams for the hands and feet. Kigafirm
hair. One example is Trichomega. This active
is stable, safe, naturally derived and ethically
ingredient is extracted from Plukenetia
sourced. In independent efficacy testing,
volubilis, also known as the Sacha Inchi
it has been shown to improve skin firmness
nut. This mountain peanut has a high
and elasticity.
concentration of botanical omegas three,
The targeted skin care active, Carolite, is extracted from the leaves of the carob tree
six and nine, making Trichomega an ideal
hair conditioners and scalp treatments,
ingredient to use in products that care
traditionally it is used as a soap because it
In a market flooded with harsh and
for damaged hair and split ends. While
combines well with olive and coconut oils.
unforgiving products that are formulated
helping to restore hair’s lipid layer to make
with ingredients that break and damage
it more resistant to breakage and split
spreadablity and non-greasy formula, it is
hair and irritate the scalp, finding products
ends, Trichomega also helps hair recover
easily absorbed by all skin types and offers
incorporating naturally derived ingredients
in the weaker and drier hair stages. The
intense moisturising benefits. Traditionally
can be a challenge. Enter Chiaprotect, a
active leaves hair with improved shine and
in hair care, the butter has been used to
natural protection active for treated hair.
flexibility and has been proven to reduce hair
prevent hair breakage and treat scalp
Because hair is sensitive and fragile, it can
breakage and split ends by up to 35 percent.
ailments. In modern hair care formulations,
ACTIVES AND OILS FOR HAIR
be easily damaged. Brushing, colouring,
In skin care products, thanks to its good
Mafura butter leaves hair feeling soft and
friction, pollution, relaxing, sun exposure
BEAUTY BUTTER FROM AFRICA
and other environmental aggressors all have
One of Africa’s best kept beauty secrets,
damaging effects on hair. Chiaprotect is
Mafura butter is great for hair and skin care
Chiaprotect, Trichomega and Mafura Butter
an extra virgin botanical oil that has been
and can be used in pet care products.
are available throughout southern Africa.
extracted from Salvia hispanica seeds. It is a
This natural Grade 1 cold pressed butter
They can be sourced from Botanichem,
100 percent natural, additive and chemical-
is extracted from the seeds of Mafura
a distributor of cosmetics ingredients and
free oil that is cold pressed to preserve its
trees, which grow in southern regions of
formulator of skin and hair products, which
natural properties. Chiaprotect protects
Africa, predominantly Zimbabwe. The
is based in Gauteng, South Africa. •
the hair fibre by creating a film over the
seeds are wild harvested to ensure minimal
hair which prevents protein loss due to UV
environmental impact.
damage. The oil can be used in hair nutrition and repairing treatments. Because of its
While Mafura Butter is used in lip balms, body lotions, face moisturisers,
looking shiny. The ingredients Carolite, Kigafirm,
Botanichem – www.botanichem.co.za
Stability Testing Services, a division of Botanichem, offers a well equipped onsite laboratory for independent stability testing for the cosmetic industry. Stability testing is vital to ensure your product maintains its intended physical, chemical & microbiological quality. We offer: • Formulation • Stability Testing • Regulatory Labelling • Product Information Files for Export
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT ROBYN OR LINA. 011 425 2206 OR 011 425 2648 info@botanichem.co.za / lina@botanichem.co.za
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NEWS PHARMA FOCUS//Tabletting & Encapsulation
Reduce wastage and improve productivity
with multi-tips
With the combination of correctly designed tablets and multi-tip tooling produced using the correct raw material and coatings, the use of multi-tips is an obvious answer to greater productivity in solid dose manufacturing. Laurence Mead, I Holland’s customer support group engineer, explains why.
E
fficiency in solid dose
and require more time under
manufacturing can be
compression to guarantee they
improved at the earliest
come off the press without any
stages of tablet design,
faults. Some granules are extremely
by utilising precise tooling
difficult to compress effectively and
specifications. The design and
require extended time under peak
material selection can have a big
compression to obtain the required
impact on the final product.
tablet hardness.
Tablet tooling manufacturers
Sticking, pitting, corrosion or wear are issues you might encounter in tablet production
to achieve an increase in dwell
selection to allow for optimal
can eradicate these issues, but
productivity for the tablet tooling in
this leads to a reduction in the
the press. This is done by obtaining
production rate. With the help of a
clear and basic information on the
tablet tooling expert with innovative
product. Firstly, look at the product’s
tooling solutions, it is possible to
formulation as this can influence
increase the dwell time without
tablet design, tool material selection
slowing the speed of the press.
and coating. formulations can cause adverse
TABLET SHAPE AND PROFILE
effects on the punch tips, causing
The correct tablet shape and profile
abrasion, pitting or corrosion.
is key to finding a successful tooling
Although tools are manufactured
specification. The choice of shape
from hardened and tempered
and profile is critical as different
tool steel, demanding tabletting
tablet shapes and profiles can
processes can lead to their
present various challenges. There
deterioration if the tool material is
are two basic tablet shapes, round
not optimised to suit the formulation
and non-round. The complexity
being compressed.
of non-round shapes is varied,
Under compression, some
Multi-tip tooling
DWELL TIME This important factor needs to be considered when initiating Tabletting tools with complex designer shapes
‘Sticking’ is when the adhesion to tablet tooling surfaces overcomes the cohesive forces of the granule.
‘Sticking’ is not to be confused with ‘Picking’ as this is influenced by tablet design alone. The difference between sticking and picking
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Slowing down the tablet press
can optimise design and material
and many complex designs may require a specialised tool manufacturing capability. The required type of tablet profile
good tooling set-up. Many tablet
is influenced by several factors: the
formulations are dwell-sensitive
granule; embossing requirements;
PHARMA FOCUS//Tabletting & Encapsulation NEWS
coating process; packaging and the
intensive, reduces yields and increases
to twinning, which is when tablets stick
pharma company’s branding. If the design
production costs.
together. This is normally caused by the flat
is to be heavily embossed with a lot of
With picking, compressed granules
surfaces of tablets coming into contact and
characters, it is important to avoid tablet
adhere to the detail on the punch face,
adhering. To avoid this, a slightly curved
profiles with a deep cup as they can cause
resulting in the picking out of parts from
surface can be applied, which reduces
a softer core, which can lead to sticking.
the tablet face. To reduce picking
It will also reduce the space available for
the best practice is to design
embossing. Using a shallower profile with
font styles that have large
a reduced cup depth will allow for a larger
open counters and no
embossing area.
sharp corners, which
BRANDING
could act as a trap for granules. Selection
The type of font and logo are crucial to a
of the right font style
tablet’s visual appearance. Typefaces and
can also help to avoid
designs must take into account practicality
coating problems,
of tablet manufacture. Tablet designers
tooling failures and lack
also need to consider how the identification
of distinction.
will scale up and down according to the size of the tablets being produced. Correct font style is needed to avoid
TABLET COATING
the contact area and eliminates
DID YOU KNOW?
the problem. To define the best shape and profile for
With counterfeiters becoming the coating process, more technologically advanced, effective tooling basic tablet designs are easily specification needs re-produced. If counterfeiting is a threat to your product and brand, to be implemented. your marketing or R&D departments Problems like twinning must work in partnership with a will have a major effect specialist tablet design team to incorporate anti-counterfeit on tablet waste, yet measures in the design they can be avoided with from the outset. the expert knowledge of the
Successful coating is dependent on the
tooling supplier.
sticking and picking. Sticking occurs
tablet cup profile and its ability to roll to
when tablet formulation particles adhere
ensure even coverage. Applying a double
TOOLING DESIGN AND PERFORMANCE
to the punch face. It has a negative
radius profile would help if the product is
Tablet tooling has to combine intricate
effect on the tablet’s appearance, can
to be coated as it allows the tablet to roll
design and functional requirements
interrupt production and, in extreme
better in the coating pan. If a flat bevel
to ensure maximum productivity and
cases, punches may have to be removed
profile is applied, the tablet would not
durability in manufacturing. To follow
to be cleaned. This is disruptive, labour
roll but rather skid in the pan, leading
this important process, tool coatings are
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PHARMA FOCUS//Tabletting & Encapsulation
commonly used to offer a solution to tablet punch and die wear and solve sticking issues. Remember, punches and dies are the most critical interface with the tablet so using the correct material and coating is important.
PUNCHES AND DIES ARE THE MOST CRITICAL INTERFACE WITH THE TABLET SO USING THE CORRECT MATERIAL AND COATING IS IMPORTANT
In pharmaceutical manufacturing, efficiency and accuracy in managing
production to run efficiently. There
and monitoring tooling is paramount.
are innovative systems on the market
Without a system that controls the
which can incorporate this whilst
procedure effectively, there can be
including in-depth guides to tooling
adverse effects on the bottom line.
specification and troubleshooting, so
Installing a system that allows tablet
•a reduction in run-time per output of tablets, leading to less maintenance per batch • r educed press set-up time for the quantity of tablets produced.
problems are flagged and rectified
There should be no requirement to
manufacturers to keep a record of
fast, resulting in increased productivity
purchase a new tablet press to increase
the tablets being produced, from the
and saving both time and money.
production when a multi-tip solution is
quantity to batch information, will allow
FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS
TABLET DRAWINGS:
IT’S IN THE DETAIL
Stress and fatigue analysis of a punch tip should be considered by using finite
adopted, so there is no capital outlay on new tablet presses and less presses are required to satisfy production levels.
element analysis (FEA) to identify areas of
GIVE TO RECEIVE
high stress concentration which can lead
Effective tooling specification is imperative
to breakage.
to improving tablet production efficiency.
An expert tooling designer can add
Consult an expert tablet designer early on
appropriate strengthening features such
to find the correct design for the product
QUALITY TOOLING SUPPLIERS will take
as blended lands and profile changes
being produced. The design should not
all the information and elements supplied
while ensuring embossing detail is not in
only be unique and visually appealing, but
to them and draft a detailed drawing of the
direct proximity to the high stress areas.
also robust and producible in a rigorous
tablet to be manufactured. All the information
Blended land is one of the most
tablet manufacturing environment.
on the drawing is critical to ensuring high
important features of any tablet design.
Working closely with a tablet tooling
manufacturing standards.
Often, tablet manufacturers choose not
expert will help address specific product
Tool drawings should include specifications,
to apply a land as it may not be visually
challenges and prevent non-conforming
tolerances, clearance and instructions, which
acceptable on the finished tablet. Lands
products. By sharing company information
the manufacturing team use to create a
that are applied incorrectly, either
and data on the product being produced,
precision engineered finished product.
unevenly or too big, present issues
the tooling manufacturer can piece
including, flashing or lamination during
your puzzle together by introducing a
details, such as critical parts of the tooling,
compression, chipping of the land
QbD concept. This also helps the tooling
like headforms and key positions, should be
during take-off or, build-up of coating
manufacturer
investigated. Providing your tooling supplier
on the edge of the tablet which will
offer the best
with the correct information early on will help
eventually chip.
possible advice
Once the initial drawing is made further
identify the right specifications for your brand of tablets.
When a blended land is applied
to eliminate
correctly, it will optimise tablet and
downstream
tooling strength and performance. It also
problems, resulting
provides benefits to handling, loading,
in a reduced
setting, tooling strength, the visual
time to market
appearance of the tablet and ultimately,
and improved
your brand.
costings. •
MULTI-TIP TOOLING Because productivity and volume are key requirements in manufacturing,
ABOUT
investigating ways to improve output
Laurence Mead is the customer support group engineer at I Holland. He joined the company 10 years ago as an apprentice mechanical engineer and trained in every area of the punch and die manufacturing process, before specialising in tablet and tool design.
is essential. This can be considered once the desired design and tooling information are determined. The most effective way to fulfil this requirement is through multi-tip tooling which offers the following benefits: •g reater productivity, owing to the increased number of tablets per turret rotation,
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I Holland – www.tablettingscience.com
COLOUR COSMETICS
Metalic lips and eyes Each year brings with it new makeup must-haves. Metallic lipsticks are hot and true statement-making products, while metallic eyeshadows bring a new electric element to colour cosmetics. Kobo Products discusses how to achieve these super pigmented formulations.
M
etallic lipsticks
an iridescent illumination that will
and eyeshadows
emphasise the shape and depth of
require super intense
the eyes.
formulations that
Kobo Products offers a range
shimmer and shine with depth.
of pearlescent pigments and
While the strobing trend has
easy-to-use pigmentary
created a desire for glowing skin,
dispersions to support
metallics provide a stunning
chemists formulating
reflection and hue to add to this
metallic lip and eye
trend. When creating a look,
products. These products
metallic and neutral shades
are available in throughout
should be paired on lips and eyes
southern Africa from
because they are complementary.
Cosmetic Ingredients.
Metallic lipsticks are bold,
silver shimmer to give a more
DRIVING FORMULATION INNOVATION
pronounced effect. They can
KTZ pearlescent pigments are
help create the illusion of
special effect pigments based on
bigger, fuller lips due to the
a natural mica substrate coated
light-reflecting pigments and
with titanium dioxide and/or
are designed to shade, define
iron oxide to create pearlescent
and highlight the lips. Layering
effects, interference colours and
dimension, sensual sheen and
metallic lipsticks on top of regular
angle-related colour travel. They
captivating sparkle.
matte lipsticks creates extra
offer great versatility in a
dimension and expands the
broad range of cosmetics
matte lipstick trend.
applications to impart
vibrant and create dimension. They have a base of gold or
Metallic eyeshadows give a foil
colour and visual
finish, and contour and contrast
effects. These pigments
with mascaras and eyeliners.
are available in a
They are available as powders
variety of invigorating
or creams and the shades range
hues and particle
from a soft shimmer to a glittery
size distributions.
pearlescent sheen, which can be
KTZ pearlescent
worn during the day or at night.
pigments can enhance
Metallic eyeshadows also provide
effects such as depth,
DID YOU KNOW?
PT1BM Dispersions offer high concentrations of colour that contribute a glossy effect
with good spreadability Metallic lipsticks look good on Instagram. Romero Jennings, and a silky feel to director of makeup artistry at M.A.C finished formulas. says, ‘The matte lip trend has been These phenyl silicone hot for so long, but metallic-toned lips are the new way to create fluid dispersions offer a instant celebrity. Most importantly, unique sensory profile in it’s a trend that photographs comparison to dispersions incredibly well and looks great on everyone’. Source: in cyclopentasiloxane www.allure.com to achieve desirable and
comparable formulation results. The opportunity to formulate using this optimised phenyl fluid allows chemists to further utilise optical reflective properties with higher volatility to reach new limits. •
Cosmetic Ingredients – www.cosmetic-ingredients.co.za Kobo Products – www.koboproductsinc.com
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COLOUR COSMETICS
Create colours
for your colour It’s easy to develop the right makeup for dark skins with Merck’s annual colour forecasts. In its autumn/winter Arty Spirit colour forecast, the company presents extreme looks and exciting styles that can be translated into stunning makeup products for the African market. materials at Merck South Africa. ‘Merck has created better effects
G
makeup brands are incredibly
popular in Africa, but they are also pricey, and shades are limited. Analyst reports show that emerging economies like Africa
alternative, urban and everyday
with, for example, reds with depth
looks provide a magic toolbox with
and pigments with multidimensional
many basic twists. For example, a
effects,’ she says. ‘We also help
golden eye shadow and generous
our customers with new ideas by
radiant red for lips work well for
presenting traditional products waxes, vinyl and stains to
facial features, Merck’s Street Icon
brands, from a quality, reliability and efficacy perspective. African fashion and beauty bloggers like Sharon Mundia (www. thisisess.com) and Winnie Awuor
all the time. Their content ranges from lipsticks for nude to rosy lips, bright eye shadows and the perfect mascara, bold makeup and tutorials
brown and flamboyant reds. It also features a catching purple shade, the elegant golden tone of liquor and palace orange, which is perfect to sublimate dark skins for a VIP look.
celebrity makeup artist, says strobing
developing colour cosmetics for
can be just as effective on darker skin
African consumers.
tones as it is on lighter skin, but you
Pearlescent Pigment
B
unique elements presented by Merck and make them your own, in
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time colours that hinge on an iconic
Porsche Copper, African American
Ingredient
colour forecasts is to bring in the
Karen Maier, head of performance
colour range is composed of night
suitable inspirational platforms when
A
Merck, a global science and
line with your brand story,’ explains
The Funky Star Crazy Dandy is ideal for very dark African skin tones. This
GOLDEN HIGHLIGHTS
Phase
technology company, inspires cosmetics. ‘The intention of our
day time.
need to use the correct shade for your skin tone.
Table 1: Strobing stick with pearlescent pigments
like how to achieve an ombre lip.
brands to develop new colour
terracotta accents soften the look for
Crazy Dandy themes are the most
charaterised by mustard yellow,
review international makeup brands
an evening look while ginger and
Happy Everyday and Funky Star
Street Icon Happy Everyday is
(www.winniethemakeupartist. com)
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in innovative ways, such as lip
The African makeup market colour or finish the lips in has grown exponentially in the fresh and fun ways.’ past three years. The growing middle class in Kenya, with extra The Arty Spirit colour income to spend on luxury items forecast consists of four like makeup, social media and the themes broken down selfie culture with about 39 million Kenyans on the internet, are into certain looks and ultimately driving the makeup styles. Because bold and category’s growth. bright colours work well on Source: Quartz Africa darker skin tones and accent
have high levels of trust in global
supreme golden shades. It’s smart,
and more options for customers
DID YOU KNOW?
lobal
waxy ginger, natural artificial red and
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INCI
% 5.00
Oxynex K liquid
Peg-8, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid
0.05
Sensiva PA 20
Phenethyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Glycerin
1.00
Paraffin viscous
Paraffinum Liquidum
2.35
Adeps Lanae
Lanolin
3.90
Paracera C 44
Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Ceresin
5.90
Isopropyl Myristate
Isopropyl Myristate
6.30
Wax white
Cera Alba
9.80
Castor Oil
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
65.50
Fragrance Pearl FEMA
Parfum
0.20
COLOUR COSMETICS
For African skins, Merck’s strobing
as powders, sticks, poured pasty
stick with pearlescent pigments (see
products, creams and fluids. The
Table 1) should be formulated with
common feature of shiny illumination
pigments with golden interference
and radiance products is the content
like Merck’s Timiron Silk, Super
of reflective pigments, responsible
or SynBeam Gold or Ronastar
for the lustrous effect. Often the
Golden Lights.
base is white or pastel coloured
Xenia Petsitis, Merck’s technical
and contains silver, golden or rose
service manager for decorative
shimmer pigments. These products
cosmetics, also discusses the ins and
are applied gently on top of the
out of this new makeup trend in an
foundation, to produce a healthy
article entitled What are illumination,
glow in a way that makes the
radiance and strobing? (originally
complexion look attractive, but never
published in Euro Cosmetics).
oily or glossy.
‘Strobing is not only a descriptive
It’ll be exciting to see what new
claim,’ she writes, ‘it is also a makeup
colour cosmetics are launched
technique and could be considered
in Africa in the coming months,
the successor of the contouring
particularly the strobing and
trend. Strobing works only with some
illuminating products. ‘This trend is
highlighting effects. Formulas with
such a positive one – instead of hiding
a light, silvery (or golden), more or
flaws it highlights perfections. There
less sparkling effect are applied on
are also many claims surrounding
protruding parts of the face, like
strobing, which can be interpreted in
cheeks, brow bones, nose, chin, or
various ways,’ Maier concludes. •
the centre of the forehead.’ Petsitis explains that different formula bases and modes of application are possible, offered
Merck Performance Materials – www.merck-performance-materials.com
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PACKAGING
Mondi prioritises climate
change mitigation
The global packaging and paper group has adopted its 2050 science-based targets to limit the rise in global temperature to under two degrees Celsius.
M
ondi Group has joined the
across its entire value chain
ranks of global climate
and to positively influence the
leaders by signing up to
packaging and paper industry
Climate Savers, the World
as well as its policy makers.
Wide Fund for Nature’s (WWF) climate The packaging and paper group has
COMMITTED TO SUSTAINABILITY
commited to reduce its specific production-
Members of Climate Savers aim
related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to
to transform businesses into low-
0.25t CO2 per tonne produced by 2050. This
carbon economy leaders.
leadership programme for businesses.
commitment and others made as part of its participation in the flagship programme are in line with the climate science targets required to limit global temperature rise to under two degrees Celsius. The group’s participation in Climate Savers is an extension
Peter Oswald, CEO of
DID YOU KNOW?
The Mondi Group employs around 25 400 people in over 100 operations across more than 30 countries worldwide.
Mondi Group, says:
USING ENERGY EFFICIENTLY IS NOT ONLY NECESSARY FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, BUT ALSO GOOD FOR BUSINESS
‘As a global player in the packaging and paper industry, we are part of an energy intensive sector. Since 2004, we’ve managed to reduce our specific CO2 emissions by 38 percent by
of a strategic global partnership
focusing on operational and
between Mondi and WWF which
energy efficiencies. We joined the WWF
started in 2014. The partnership focuses
Climate Savers programme to reinforce
on promoting environmental stewardship
our long-standing commitment to climate
in the packaging and paper industry. In
change mitigation and to demonstrate to
joining Climate Savers, Mondi commits to
the rest of our industry that using energy
working to further reduce GHG emissions
efficiently is not only necessary for the environment, but also good for business.
Mondi Kraft in Richards Bay, South Africa, produces two key products: Baycel, a premier grade bleached hardwood pulp made from 100-percent eucalyptus fibre; and Baywhite, a white top kraft linerboard
We are proud to confirm our commitment to the science-based target needed Uncoated fine paper products are produced at Mondi’s Hausmening plant in Austria
Peter Oswald
to keep global warming well below two degrees Celsius for our productionrelated emissions.’ Manuel PulgarVidal, leader of WWF’s global Climate &
Energy Practice, adds: ‘Climate change is one of the biggest threats to our future, with fundamental impacts on places, species and people everywhere. To change things for the better, we need to start acting now. We welcome Mondi’s efforts toward helping build a more sustainable business world and are happy to have the group join the Climate Savers programme.’
AMBITIOUS TARGETS To achieve its climate goals, Mondi has developed an ambitious programme to improve energy efficiency, replace fossil fuels with renewable energy, manage its forests and associated ecosystems sustainably and source raw materials responsibly. Mondi is also active in developing packaging and paper products that help its customers and consumers reduce their own carbon footprints. Mondi’s Climate Savers agreement will run at least until the end of 2020, concurrent with phase two of its global partnership with WWF. •
Mondi Group – www.mondigroup.com
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Are you ready for
PACKAGING
Industry 4.0? The fourth industrial revolution is here. Broadly titled Industry 4.0, it’s set to have a strong impact on African manufacturers. Omron South Africa reveals why.
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competitive position. Against this background, Germany must learn to cope with intense global demographic change in society and the world of work. The change to a digital society will take
DID YOU KNOW?
igital transformation and associated technologies such as big data, cloud services and collaborating
robots in particular are generating enormous interest. Considerations of risks and opportunities for the workplace and society at large have
place over the next 20 to 35 years. The course of growing demand for skills and training, the
transformation from analogue to digital infrastructure Of 1 600 C-level executives surveyed by Deloitte, 87 and the adaption of fully integrated commercial percent overwhelmingly ecosystems will not run smoothly. Looking at believe Industry 4.0 will lead the impact of Industry 4.0, it seems multiple to more equality and stability, and three-quarters say business polarisation lies ahead in which, depending on the will have much more influence combination, individuals, regions and industries than governments and other entities in shaping this will see advantages but also risks that cannot be future. Source: www2. directly influenced. • deloitte.com
been rudimentary and fragmented. ‘Technology is developing at a fast pace. African businesses
Omron – www.industrial.omron.co.za
cannot afford to get left behind,’ says Victor Marques, country manager at Omron South Africa.
TECHNOLOGY IS DEVELOPING AT A FAST PACE. AFRICAN BUSINESSES CANNOT AFFORD TO GET LEFT BEHIND
Achieve flexible production with integrated robotics solutions
CHANGING WORKING CONDITIONS To remain globally competitive, manufacturers need to find ways to adapt, using the technologies driving the Fourth Industrial Revolution, while maintaining and creating jobs in an environment of high unemployment. Industry 4.0 will influence the conditions of and requirements for employees in many areas. A new scenario is emerging driven by the application of machine-to-machine communication and an increase in the realisation of autonomous systems. As a result, the demand for qualified Delta Parallel robot Quattro and Hornet
production controllers and managers has increased, reducing the demands placed on workers. How the increase in productivity is divided among workers depends crucially on social partners. The impact on the general situation of workers and unskilled labour can be positive. On the other hand, their skilled counterparts will have to come to terms with growing pressure on performance and skills.
CHANGES WITHIN A DIGITAL SOCIETY Daily digitisation brings vast improvements. Increased efficiency, improvements in productivity and new services will change our society, consumer behaviour and corporate
Articulated robot Viper
SCARA robot eCobra
Mobile robot LD Series
The new Omron Robotic Automation enhances the most demanding manufacturing lines. Realize faster line start-up & change-over, implement easier to use technology & vertical line integration, and facilitate faster data capture & analysis to increase your in-line efficiency. Our industrial robotics range from articulated, SCARA, and DELTA to collaborative (mobile) robots that optimize the handling of varying lot sizes and diverse products, formats and qualities. Achieve flexible production with integrated robotics solutions that give you a competitive edge! Discover how to improve your flexible production, contact us: +27 (0)11 579 2600 info.sa@eu.omron.com industrial.omron.co.za
landscape. This transformation will mean that countries that promote digitisation will be able to defend and build on their
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PACKAGING
Safety and simplicity for pharmaceuticals
The number of blockbuster drugs developed have decreased over the past few years, while the production of biopharmaceuticals and other small batch drugs have increased. This has put pressure on pharmaceutical and biotech companies to find flexible ways to fill small batches and different containers for different markets. Pharmaceutical Cosmetic Review Africa explores what is on the market to address this need.
T
he international technology
conditions and demand, while ensuring
group, Schott is simplifying drug
patient safety with high quality RTU
development and manufacturing
containers. This solution significantly
with its iQ platform. Described
reduces the time and effort
as a holistic concept, this innovation
needed to qualify and
standardises ready-to-use (RTU) syringes,
validate packaging
vials and cartridges within a single tub
containers on a filling
format to run on the same filling line. The
line. Implementation of
result is reduced changeover times.
RTU containers is easy
iQ relies on the proven nest-and-tub
and swift compared to
format, which has been used for decades
bulk solutions. Versatile
by the pharmaceutical industry to fill
sizes of vials, syringes
syringes. It is compatible with a diverse
and cartridges all come
array of filling line models from different
in the same tub. The tubs
manufacturers. It was developed to help
are standardised according
pharmaceutical companies retain flexibility
ISO 11040-7.
in response to rapidly changing market
domestic drug manufacturing. Africa
DID YOU KNOW?
One single tub fitting for any nest when switching between containers.
that reduce the total cost of ownership of drug manufacturing while improving quality and safety for patients. At times, these points can appear conflicting or unattainable with one suffering because of the
other,’ he adds. Bizzell says the platform paves a clear path for injectable drug manufacturing to reach its ideals on this continent.
This means various drugs can be filled in
WHAT’S TO BE EXPECTED
different containers on one line with little
The platform’s concept covers syriQ
changeover time in between.
prefillable syringes and adaptiQ
According to Schott, creating a
ready-to-use vials, with the cartriQ
standardised nest-and-tub format for
ready-to-use cartridges scheduled
pharmaceutical manufacturing is much
to be made available this year. A
like the standardised containers used to
versatile portfolio of container formats
ship freight. By having a uniform size and
and options are available for any
shape, there’s no need to use different
pharmaceutical application.
ships for different containers, no need for
The company has committed to helping
specialised cranes, different vehicles or rail
manufacturers change from batch to
cars for transporting the containers to their
batch, vials to syringes or even cartridges.
final destination. Having a standard makes
Schott has developed the iQ platform in
the whole process more efficient. The same
collaboration with the world’s largest filling
is true on drug filling lines.
line suppliers to standardise packaging
BENEFITS FOR AFRICA Mason Bizzell, MD at Starrate, says the company examined how this innovation would enhance general healthcare on the continent.
FROM TOP TO BOTTOM: The SyriQ prefillable syringes, cartriQ ready-to-use cartridges and adaptiQ ready-to-use vials and
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is in desperate need of solutions
Starrate is the exclusive agent and distributor for Schott in sub-Saharan Africa. The company is situated in KwaZulu-Natal and supplies pharmaceutical packaging and biological media throughout Africa.
results in less changing of machine parts
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‘iQ excites us because it opens the door for increased, improved and safer
dimensions and simplify the entire filling process. In addition, the company continues to work with the world’s largest elastomer component suppliers to ensure the offering of pre-validated and flexible container systems. •
Schott – www.schott.com Starrate – www.starrate.co.za
Pharmaceutical Packaging and Biological Solutions for Africa
Pharmaceutical Packaging & Biological Products
Starrate is a leading supplier of pharmaceutical packaging and biological media in Africa. Representing global industry leaders and technology groups, Schott Kaisha, West Pharmaceutical Services, Bormioli Rocco, CellSera Australia and Brilliant Biopharma. Starrate’s core focus: • • • • •
Packaging systems and components for Injectable medicines Containers for solid and liquid orally ingested medicines Serum and specialized animal based media Bulk Antigens Strategic Veterinary Vaccines
Supplying and servicing a customer base in over 20 African countries. Majority market share in injectable primary packaging. In business for over 25 years.
Distributors for
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+27 (0)31 312 0108 | info@starrate.co.za | www.starrate.co.za
Your global partner for premium quality products
Pharma For the pharmaceutical industry we produce active ingredients and excipients for oral and injection applications (e. g. for infusion and dialysis solutions, oral rehydration salts, tablets or capsules and many more). Biotechnology Cosmetics We supply raw materials and mixtures for the biotechnological production of enzymes and for the production of monoclonal antibodies and different recombinant products.
Kirsch Pharma South Africa (PTY Ltd.) Tel: +27 (011)-392-5171/2 Fax : +27 (011) 392-5130 Email: meetus@kirschpharma.co.za Website: www.kirschpharma.com
Nutrition In the field of special nutrition we offer ingredients and raw materials for the production of infant nutrition, nutraceuticals and dietary foods. Cosmetics We supply active ingredients, excipients and raw materials, among others for the production of ointments and creams for dermatological and dental applications. Veterinary On behalf of the veterinary industry we produce active ingredients, excipients and special feed additives for oral and injection applications.