Nippon Electric Glass filed a patent for a glass designed for pharmaceutical containers with superior ultraviolet shielding and chemical durability. The composition includes specific percentages of SiO2, Al2O3, B2O3, Na2O+K2O, CaO+BaO, Fe2O3, and TiO2, meeting the criteria outlined in the claim. GlobalData’s report on Nippon Electric Glass gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
According to GlobalData’s company profile on Nippon Electric Glass, Hydrogen storage alloys was a key innovation area identified from patents. Nippon Electric Glass's grant share as of January 2024 was 25%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
The patent application (Publication Number: US20240018033A1) discloses a novel glass composition for pharmaceutical containers. The glass composition includes specific percentages of SiO2, Al2O3, B2O3, Na2O, K2O, CaO, BaO, Fe2O3, and TiO2, along with satisfying a CaO/BaO relationship. The glass exhibits excellent hydrolytic resistance, with a low consumption amount of hydrochloric acid and a working point of 1,200°C or less. Additionally, the glass demonstrates low transmittance at a wavelength of 450 nm, making it suitable for pharmaceutical applications.
Furthermore, the patent application includes claims for glass tubes specifically designed for pharmaceutical containers, utilizing the unique glass composition disclosed in the patent. These glass tubes adhere to the composition requirements outlined in the claims, ensuring they possess the desired properties such as hydrolytic resistance, working point, and transmittance. By incorporating this specialized glass composition into the manufacturing of pharmaceutical containers, the patent aims to enhance the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products by providing a reliable and durable packaging solution.
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