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Caffeine Anhydrous

58-08-2

API update:

KDMF regulatory documentation planned

General information

Caffeine is a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant of the methylxanthine class. It is mainly used for its wakefulness promoting by blocking the effects of adenosine but also shows physical performance-enhancing and cognitive-enhancing properties. 

Trade names

Exedrine, Panadol

About the API

Therapeutic areas

Stimulant

Available grades

Various granular & powder grades

Monographs

USP, Ph.Eur., JP

Regulatory documentation

CEP / USDMF / JDMF / BDMF

Production location

Minden

Standard pack size

25kg, 50kg, 500kg

Physical properties

White crystalline powder

Typical formulation types

Oral solid, oral liquid, topical

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