Paracetamol Powder Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Acetaminophen
- APAP
- 4-Acetamidophenol
- PCM
Paracetamol powder supplier for pharmaceutical manufacturers, contract formulators and bulk API buyers in Malaysia. Also known as acetaminophen, APAP and 4-acetamidophenol, this white crystalline powder is supplied as a raw material for manufacture, not as a finished tablet, syrup or consumer medicine.
Commercial requests commonly name a BP, USP or EP pharmacopoeial grade together with the powder form required for the process. Fine powder, granular or crystalline material and direct-compressible (DC) grades are the usual market options; confirm packing with the quotation.
Pharmaceutical plants use bulk paracetamol API in tablets, capsules, suspensions, suppositories and effervescent systems. Contract manufacturers and development laboratories also source powder under a named raw-material specification, while selected veterinary formulations and speciality synthesis routes may call for the same chemical identity.
Send the required pharmacopoeial grade, powder or DC form, target specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation. Supply is subject to applicable requirements.
- CAS number
- 103-90-2
- Formula
- C8H9NO2
- Grade
- pharmaceutical, BP, USP, EP
- Appearance
- white crystalline powder
Paracetamol grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacopoeial paracetamol powder (BP / USP / EP) | white crystalline powder to the named pharmacopoeial grade | — | Bulk API raw material for pharmaceutical manufacture where the purchasing specification names a BP, USP or EP grade. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Fine paracetamol powder | fine free-flowing powder | — | Wet granulation, suspension bases and other processes that prefer a fine particle-size powder for blending and dispersion. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Direct-compressible (DC) paracetamol grade | pre-granulated free-flowing powder or granules | — | Tablet compression where a direct-compressible grade such as a commercial DC type is named on the formulation or process sheet. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Granular or crystalline paracetamol | granular or coarse crystalline powder | — | Processes that prefer coarser flow or crystalline handling characteristics rather than a fine milled powder. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy paracetamol from ChemTrade
Request a quote for paracetamol
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | white crystalline powder | — |
| CAS number | 103-90-2 | — |
| Molecular formula | C8H9NO2 | — |
| Solubility | slightly soluble in water | — |
| Commercial identity | paracetamol API powder, also known as acetaminophen; bulk raw material, not a finished tablet or syrup | — |
| Grade controls | pharmacopoeial grade (BP, USP or EP), particle-size or flow form, impurity profile and documentation confirmed against the required specification | — |
Paracetamol applications
Safety and handling
Keep sealed in a cool, dry place and protect from moisture and strong light. Control dust during powder handling and follow the safety information for the quoted grade.
Common questions about paracetamol
Is this page for paracetamol tablets or bulk API powder?
This page covers bulk paracetamol powder as a pharmaceutical raw material and API, not finished tablets, syrups or branded consumer medicines. State the required grade, form and quantity so the quotation addresses powder supply rather than a finished dosage form.
Are paracetamol and acetaminophen the same material?
Yes. Paracetamol and acetaminophen are the same chemical active, also known as APAP, PCM and 4-acetamidophenol. Malaysian and many other markets use the name paracetamol, while acetaminophen is the usual US and Japanese generic name for the same bulk powder.
Which paracetamol grade or form should I request?
Buyers commonly name a BP, USP or EP pharmacopoeial grade together with the powder form needed for the process. Fine powder suits many wet-granulation and suspension routes, while direct-compressible grades support tablet compression where a DC type is specified.
Is paracetamol the same as para-aminophenol, aspirin or ibuprofen?
No. Para-aminophenol is a different chemical used as a synthesis precursor. Aspirin and ibuprofen are separate actives. Keep those materials on their own enquiries and order paracetamol powder only when that is the named API.
What specifications should a buyer provide for paracetamol powder?
State the pharmacopoeial grade, particle-size or DC form, intended dosage form or process, quantity and any documentation required. For an existing formula, include the current raw-material specification so the quoted grade can be matched more closely.
What details are needed for a paracetamol powder price enquiry?
Provide the grade, form, target specification, quantity and delivery location. Mention preferred packing, documentation needs and timing so the quotation can cover the full bulk API requirement.