Brace for (Regulatory) Impact: Proactive TiO2 Removal from Film Coatings

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET

Location:360 Stage #2, Exhibit Hall A&B

Presented By

Partner Presentation Speaker(s)

Allison Labriola (she/her/hers)

Senior Technical Sales Representative
JRS PHARMA LP
Patterson, New York

Description: A single regulatory decision made in one industry frequently creates ripple effects across other markets. Recent changes in European food regulations will lead to massive impacts on pharmaceuticals if the titanium dioxide (TiO2) ban in food products expands to cover prescription and OTC medications. As the primary opacifier in film coating formulations, the removal of titanium dioxide will significantly affect all white and color-coated tablets that are currently on the market. This presentation covers innovative options for opacifier replacements that maintain high-quality coating coverage and appearance.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the cultural and regulatory background behind titanium removal
Learn about formulation options for TiO2 substitution
Discuss the other ingredients, like talc, that may be next on the regulatory chopping block