Type I,II,III Moulded Injection Vials

Type I - Borosilicate Glass Vials

Composition: Made from borosilicate glass, which is highly resistant to thermal shock and chemical interaction.

Uses: Ideal for storing sensitive drugs, including biologics, as they do not react with the contents and maintain the stability of the medication over time.

Properties: Has a high degree of hydrolytic resistance, meaning it does not easily degrade or leach substances into the drug solution.

Applications: Widely used for vaccines, serums, and other medications that require a high degree of purity and stability.

Type II - Treated Soda Lime Glass Vials

Composition: Made from soda-lime glass that has been treated to improve its chemical resistance.

Uses: Suitable for less sensitive pharmaceuticals and where the interaction between the glass and its contents is not a critical concern.

Properties: Offers moderate resistance to thermal shock and chemicals. The surface treatment helps to reduce the leaching of alkali ions.

Applications: Commonly used for oral and less sensitive injectable drugs.

Type III - Soda Lime Glass Vials

Composition: Made from regular soda-lime glass without any additional surface treatment.

Uses: Appropriate for packaging non-sensitive products and compounds that do not react with the glass.

Properties: Has the least resistance to thermal shock and chemicals among the three types. More prone to leaching, especially in an aqueous solution.

Applications: Often used for non-parenteral products like powders and capsules.

General Considerations:

Sterilization: All types can be sterilized using standard pharmaceutical processes.

Regulatory Compliance: The choice of vial type depends on regulatory requirements, especially for drugs that require specific stability and purity conditions.

Cost and Availability: The cost and availability vary, with Type I being generally more expensive due to its superior properties.