Overview:
Moisture Content Testing is a vital analytical procedure used to determine the amount of water present in pharmaceutical substances, including powders, granules, tablets, capsules, and liquid formulations. Controlling moisture levels is essential to prevent degradation, microbial growth, and instability, thereby ensuring product quality and shelf-life.

Test Description:
Samples are analyzed by measuring the loss of weight upon drying using either conventional oven-drying methods or advanced moisture analyzers. The process helps identify excess or insufficient moisture that could compromise the formulation, packaging, or storage of the drug product.

Purpose & Benefits:

• Ensure chemical and microbial stability of pharmaceutical products
• Verify compliance with pharmacopeial moisture limits
• Optimize packaging material selection and storage conditions
• Prevent clumping, dissolution issues, or degradation in final products

Industries Served:

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing (oral solids, injectables, APIs)
• Nutraceuticals and dietary supplements
• Herbal and botanical products
• Cosmetic and personal care formulations