Colour measurement of pasty and semi-solid pharmaceutical products

In the pharmaceutical industry, the precise determination of the colour of medically active products such as ointments, creams, pastes and gels is crucial in development and quality management. Colour change is often associated with aging and loss of effectiveness. With other pasty or semi-solid medicines, the colour is used as a characteristic feature of certain products in order to convey consistent quality to the customer and thus confidence in the effect.

Colour plays an equally important role in the cosmetics industry. Decorative cosmetics and care products only inspire consumer confidence if they have a consistent appearance. Products such as creams, lotions, make-up and shower gels can be translucent or opaque. HunterLab colorimeters meet both requirements.

Our solutions for your products:

UltraScan VIS

Colour measurement of opaque and translucent samples
  • Reflection

    Measuring apertures with 25.4 mm and 9.35 mm provide the prerequisite for precise measurement results in reflection.
  • Transmission

    Large transmission compartment with 100 mm depth for measurements in total and regular transmission to determine colour/opacity.
  • Construction & function

    The device complies with the internationally recognized colour measurement standards of ASTM, DIN and ISO.
UltraScan VIS
  • 10 nm resolution

    With a true optical resolution of 10 nm, the UltraScan VIS offers high accuracy for measurements on liquids and solutions.
  • CIE-recommended measuring range

    The UltraScan VIS covers the wavelength range from 360 nm to 780 nm recommended by the CIE.
  • Robust

    Solid construction with optical bench and protected transmission range thanks to sliding cover.

Vista

Standard-compliant testing of colour and turbidity
  • Colour & Haze

    Simultaneous measurement of colour in transmission and haze.
  • Enough space for samples

    Large transmission shaft for many sizes and types of cuvettes, vials and foils.
  • Integrated QC software

    The EasyMatch QC Essentials quality control software is integrated into the device and provides all the required colour indices, colour numbers and metrics.
Aeros
  • Full spectrum

    Illumination range of 400-700 nm and long-life LED combination module
  • Smart user interface

    Your measurement results can be easily transferred to existing LIMS or SPC systems.
  • Easy to use and precise

    Simple "one touch" measurement reduces training time, optimizes the workflow and increases your productivity.

Further information for you on this topic:

  • UltraScan VIS brochure

  • Vista brochure

HunterLab worldwide:

  • Europe / Middle East / Africa

    HunterLab Europe GmbH

  • Dr.-August-Einsele-Ring 15

    82418 Murnau

  • +49 8841 9464

Your local partner:

  • Headquarters, North / South America

    Hunter Associates Laboratory, Inc.

  • 11491 Sunset Hills Road

    Reston, VA 20190-5280

  • +1 571 470 6028

  • Asia-Pacific

    HunterLab Asia Limited
  • Flat E, 13F Leahander Centre,

    28 Wang Wo Tsai Street,
    Tsuen Wan,
    New Territories,
    Hong Kong

  • +852 2406 1723

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