Grade guide
USP Grade (United States Pharmacopeia) chemicals
Material that complies with its USP–NF monograph, the official US compendial standard for drug substances, excipients and dietary ingredients.
755 USP Grade (United States Pharmacopeia) products
Hydrochloric acid, 2.0 M in diethyl ether, USP 36.50–38.00%
- CAS
- 7647-01-0
- Formula
- ClH
- MW
- 36.46 g/mol
VQ-046771
Insulin, from porcine pancreas powder, ≥27 USP units/mg
- CAS
- 12584-58-6
- Formula
- C256H381N65O76S6
- MW
- 5778 g/mol
VQ-003196
FAQs
What is the difference between USP and NF?
Both are in the combined USP–NF. Drug substance monographs are generally in the USP. Excipient monographs are generally in the NF.
Is USP grade the same as a USP Reference Standard?
No. USP grade material complies with a monograph. USP Reference Standards are official materials issued by USP for use in compendial tests.
Does USP grade guarantee FDA acceptance?
No. Monograph compliance is expected, but FDA acceptance also depends on manufacturer GMP status, regulatory filings and the buyer's supplier qualification.
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