Product Variants of Pharmaceutical Type I Glass Tubing
With their low alkali content, chemical resistance, and optional UV protection, the various forms of FIOLAX® and BORO-8330™ glass provide a very low risk of drug-container interaction. Along with DENSOCAN® and DENSOPACK® transit protection, we offer all-round packaging solutions for the medical professional.
FIOLAX® Pro – The glass of the future
Starting in the beginning of 2027, the FIOLAX® Pro OCF product line will be manufactured in Germany using the first electric melting tank powered by 100% green electricity. This will reduce the CO₂e footprint (Product Carbon Footprint, PCF) for these tubes by 50%*.
To ensure a high level of reliability and transparency, the PCF value and the guideline for its calculation are certified by the external, accredited institute GUTcert.
*Calculation of greenhouse gas emissions from cradle-to-gate per kilogram of saleable glass tubing compared to the market average for borosilicate glass tubing [average value according to ecoinvent 3.10; glass tube production, borosilicate // DE]
PROPERTIES
FIOLAX® Pro and the FIOLAX® Pro OCF product line have the same glass composition, have an improved extractables profile, are free of heavy metals and, like all glasses in the FIOLAX® family, have excellent hydrolytic resistance. This makes it ideal for future requirements, especially in the use of prefilled syringes and cartridges for biotechnologically produced pharmaceuticals and for vial and ampoules applications.
YOUR ADVANTAGES
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optimized CO₂e footprint: 50% CO₂e reduction for FIOLAX® Pro OCF (available beginning of 2027) - achieved through climate-friendly production in an innovative electric tank, powered with 100% green electricity
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Enabling a valid PCF calculation of your products through detailed PCF data based on a transparent calculation method
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Superior chemical quality due to an improved extractables & leachables profile.
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Constant glass composition for optimal processing into the container and subsequent storage of the medication
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Contains no heavy metals like arsenic, antimony or tin in its glass composition
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Ensured by our proven 100% perfeXion® production, the excellent matrial quality and tight tolerances enable smooth machine operation during container production and drug filling
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Availability of actual quality data – for each pallet of tubes, generated from 100% individual tube testing
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Adaptable specifications (best value options) are available to achieve even tighter tolerances or lower defect rates for the most demanding applications.
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Customizing options such as different tube ends and an anti-scratch coating for safe transport are available.
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Compliance with all international regulations, including Ph.Eur., USP, JP, ChP, YBB, REACH, RoHS
FIOLAX® clear
CHARACTERISTICS
This high-quality Type I borosilicate glass boasts an outstanding chemical and hydrolytic resistance, impermeability, and neutrality. These properties protect the contents from premature aging and loss of effectiveness. FIOLAX® clear is a secure packaging medium for injectable solutions and biotech products.
YOUR ADVANTAGES
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Proven since 1911 and registered with thousands of drugs, FIOLAX® clear demonstrates an impressive track record.
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100% perfeXion® production combines high quality and tight tolerances that contribute to stable machine operation in converting as well as fill and finish. Actual quality data from this 100% single tube inspection are provided for each pallet.
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Customizable specifications (Best value options) available to achieve tighter tolerances or lower defect rates for the most demanding applications.
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Customizing options available such as different Tube-End Finishes and Anti-Scratch Coating for safer transportation. In addition, we offer FIOLAX® clear with Controlled Hydrolytic Resistance (CHR), ensuring certified chemical quality of the tubing's inner surface. In case you focus on enhanced mechanical durability, FIOLAX® clear with Optimized Strength (OS) might be the appropriate solution.
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Compliance with all international regulations, including Ph.Eur., USP, ISO, JP, ChP, YBB, REACH, RoHS.
FIOLAX® amber
CHARACTERISTICS
FIOLAX® amber is a colored glass with a proven track record for securing the long-term stability of light-sensitive drugs. The stable composition of this Type I glass ensures a consistent amber color and therefore light protection, which is created by the addition of iron and titanium oxide. As with FIOLAX® Pro and clear, FIOLAX® amber possesses outstanding material quality with narrow tolerances, resulting in smooth machine operation and superior product quality.
YOUR ADVANTAGES
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Protection against ultraviolet light for a safe storing of light sensitive drugs.
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100% perfeXion® production combines high quality and tight tolerances that contribute to stable machine operation in converting as well as fill and finish. Actual quality data from this 100% single tube inspection are provided for each pallet.
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Customizable specifications (Best value options) available to achieve tighter tolerances or lower defect rates for the most demanding applications.
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Customizing options available such as different Tube-End Finishes and Anti-Scratch Coating for safer transportation.
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Compliance with all Type I regulations, including Ph.Eur., USP, ISO, JP, ChP, YBB, REACH, RoHS as well as light protection requirements for parenteral drugs according to Ph.Eur. and USP based on ISO dimensions.
BORO-8330™
CHARACTERISTICS
Like FIOLAX® Pro, clear and amber, BORO-8330™ glass has a consistent composition. In contrast to the other Type I glasses, it is free of alkaline earth metals and has minimum aluminum content. As a Type I Class A glass, it is fully compliant with international regulatory standards, and especially popular for vials and ampoules in the United States.
YOUR ADVANTAGES
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100% perfeXion® production of BORO-8330™ glass tubing for vials OD ≥ 15mm combines high quality and tight tolerances that contribute to stable machine operation in converting as well as fill and finish. Actual quality data from this 100% single tube inspection are provided for each pallet.
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Customizing options available such as different Tube-End Finishes and Anti-Scratch Coating for safer transportation.
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Compliance with all international regulations, including Ph.Eur., USP, ISO, JP, ChP, YBB, REACH, RoHS.
