Cosmetic Materials Micron/Nano Hydroxyapatite Powder
Product Description
Hydroxyapatite is a naturally occurring mineral whose main component is calcium phosphate. It is the main inorganic component of human bones and teeth and has good biocompatibility and bioactivity. The following is a detailed introduction to hydroxyapatite:
1. Chemical properties
Chemical Name: Hydroxyapatite
Chemical Formula: Ca10(PO4)6(OH)2
Molecular Weight: 1004.6 g/mol
2.Physical Properties
Appearance: Hydroxyapatite is usually a white or off-white powder or crystal.
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, but more soluble in acidic solutions.
Crystal Structure: Hydroxyapatite has a hexagonal crystal structure, similar to the crystal structure of natural bones and teeth.
COA
ITEMS | STANDARD | RESULTS |
Appearance | White Powder | Conform |
Odor | Characteristic | Conform |
Taste | Characteristic | Conform |
Assay | ≥99% | 99.88% |
Heavy Metals | ≤10ppm | Conform |
As | ≤0.2ppm | <0.2 ppm |
Pb | ≤0.2ppm | <0.2 ppm |
Cd | ≤0.1ppm | <0.1 ppm |
Hg | ≤0.1ppm | <0.1 ppm |
Total Plate Count | ≤1,000 CFU/g | <150 CFU/g |
Mold & Yeast | ≤50 CFU/g | <10 CFU/g |
E. Coll | ≤10 MPN/g | <10 MPN/g |
Salmonella | Negative | Not Detected |
Staphylococcus Aureus | Negative | Not Detected |
Conclusion | Conform to the specification of the requirement. | |
Storage | Store in a cool, dry and ventilated place place. | |
Shelf Life | Two years if sealed and store away from direct sun light and moisture. |
Function
Bone Repair and Regeneration
1.Bone Graft Material: Hydroxyapatite is widely used in bone transplant surgeries as a bone filling material to help repair and regenerate bone tissue.
2.Bone repair material: Hydroxyapatite is used for fracture repair and bone defect filling, promoting the growth of bone cells and the regeneration of bone tissue.
Dental Applications
1.Dental Repairs: Hydroxyapatite is used in dental restoration materials such as dental fillings and tooth coatings to help repair tooth damage and cavities.
2.Toothpaste Additive: Hydroxyapatite, as the active ingredient in toothpaste, helps repair tooth enamel, reduce tooth sensitivity, and enhance the tooth’s anti-caries ability.
Biomedical Applications
1.Biomaterials: Hydroxyapatite is used to make biomaterials, such as artificial bones, artificial joints and bioceramics, and has good biocompatibility and bioactivity.
2.Drug Carrier: Hydroxyapatite is used in drug carriers to help control drug release and improve the bioavailability of drugs.
Cosmetics and Skin Care Products
1.Skin care products: Hydroxyapatite is used in skin care products to help repair the skin barrier and enhance the skin’s moisturizing ability.
2.Cosmetics: Hydroxyapatite is used in cosmetics as a physical sunscreen agent to provide sun protection and reduce UV damage to the skin.
Application
Medical and Dental
1.Orthopedic Surgery: Hydroxyapatite is used in orthopedic surgery as a bone graft material and bone repair material to help repair and regenerate bone tissue.
2.Dental Restoration: Hydroxyapatite is used in dental restorative materials to help repair tooth damage and caries and enhance the tooth’s anti-caries ability.
Biomaterials
1.Artificial Bone and Joints: Hydroxyapatite is used to make artificial bones and artificial joints and has good biocompatibility and bioactivity.
2.Bioceramics: Hydroxyapatite is used in the manufacture of bioceramics, which are widely used in orthopedics and dentistry.
Cosmetics and Skin Care Products
1.Skin care products: Hydroxyapatite is used in skin care products to help repair the skin barrier and enhance the skin’s moisturizing ability.
2.Cosmetics: Hydroxyapatite is used in cosmetics as a physical sunscreen agent to provide sun protection and reduce UV damage to the skin.