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Lyophilization system and method

US9200836B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 18, 2014
Grant dateDec 1, 2015
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Expiry dateJul 18, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P37/04
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

System and method for lyophilization or freeze-drying is provided. During the freezing step, the material or solution to be frozen is initially brought to a temperature near or below its freezing temperature after which the pressure in the freeze-dryer chamber is reduced to induce nucleation of the material.

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