As one of the world's leading suppliers of parenteral packaging for the pharmaceutical industry, and with more than 125 years experience, SCHOTT is widely recognised as a pioneer and proven expert in glass and materials technology
SCHOTT employs more than 600 individuals in the field of application-oriented research. The unique combination of specialized analytics and our expertise in materials, products, and processes enables SCHOTT pharma services to support pharmaceutical companies by finding solutions to the most challenging packaging requirements. We can help customers avoid stability issues resulting from drug/ container interaction and provide development support.
SCHOTT's analytical labs are DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 accredited
Click on the tabs below for an overview of the services available through SCHOTT Pharma Services
Size, number, shape, chemical composition
Chemical composition, e.g. tungsten quantification, contamination, alkalinity
Defects, delamination, corrosion
Quantification and in-situ adsorption characterisation
Silicone layer thickness and distribution
Free silicone trace level quantification
Stress, crack, fracture analysis
Statistical evaluation of reliability and lifetime
Testing according to PQRI, OINDP recommendations
Tailored accelerated aging tests to identify critical parameters causing stability issue
Combination of specific analytical methods e.g. surface analytics, E&L, spiking studies
Permeability: oxygen, water vapour
Leakage: tip cap leakage, dye ingress, axial compression, piston vacuum
Sterility
Functionality: break away/gliding force, tip cap removal, needle pull force, needle penetration
Drug delivery: dead volume, delivered dose