Oncology drug products are highly sensitive and complex molecules that are prone to drug-container interactions. Nipro PharmaPackaging offers high-quality primary packaging solutions that meet the challenging requirements of these demanding medicines. Collaborate with our dedicated, cross-functional team of experts to develop the exact packaging solution that your drug product requires, or choose from a selected oncology range.

D2F™ Pre-fillable Glass Syringes for Sensitive Oncology Medicines

Optimized Drug-Container Compatibility
Contributes to Stable Fill-Finish Operations
Designed to be Part of a Combination Product
Suitable for Storage at Low Temperatures

Optimized Drug-Container Compatibility

  • Low silicone amount | Silicone oil-free1
    [lower | no risk of interactions]
     
  • Low tungsten residual
    [minimized risk of interactions]
     
  • Minimized particle levels2
    [reduced risk of interactions]

Contributes to Stable Fill-Finish Operations

  • Strong mechanical durability3
    [minimized risk of breakage]
     
  • Very high cosmetic quality
    [lower risk of rejection during final inspection]
     
  • Strong container closure integrity (CCI)
    [reduced risk of leakage]
     
  • High dimensional quality
    [reliable filling and plunger placement]
     
  • Unique identifier (UID)
    [tracking of single container by radio-frequency identification "RFID" or print]

Designed to be Part of a Combination Product

  • High dimensional quality with very narrow acceptable quality levels (AQLs)
    [for a precise fit into the device]
     
  • Strong mechanical durability
    [reduced risk of breakage]
     
  • Compatibility with auto-injection devices
    [reliable performance]
     
  • Homogenous siliconization4
    [low break-loose force and smooth gliding force]
     
  • Syringe size up to 3 ml

Suitable for Storage at Low Temperatures

  • Functionality5 ensured down to -40°C
    [secure and reliable performance]
  • Container closure integrity maintained5
Footnotes
  1. Silicone-influenced parameters were carefully tested (break-loose force, gliding force, particle level, container closure integrity)

  2. Use of light obscuration test for very precise results, laser-based cutting technology, D2F™ process takes place in ISO 7 cleanroom under laminar air flow, syringes are washed, tub & nest are cleaned with ionized air before use, careful cosmetic inspections

  3. Laser-based cutting, precise forming process

  4. Amount and distribution controlled 100%, in-line

  5. Parameters tested: Break-loose and gliding force, particle burden, leakage test, flange breakage, cone breakage, needle & soft needle shield pull-off force, LInC™ unscrew force, plunger position, total length

Recommended Syringe Range for Sensitive Oncology Products

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  RNS1
(for manual)
RNS
(for auto-injectors)
Quality level ENHANCE
Syringe size (ml) 1 long | 2.25
Rubber material - RNS 4800 GS | FM30 | 7025/65
Stopper material supplier West | Datwyler | GORE2
Silicone amount (mg) 0.35 to 0.55 | Silicone oil-free2
Flange type Cut flange | Round Small round
Staked needle 27G ½“ or 29G ½“ with thin- or extra-thin wall

 

Footnotes
  1. Rigid Needle Shield
  2. 1 ml long only

Glass Vials for Sensitive Oncology Drug Products

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Lower risk of Drug-Container Interactions
Enhanced Lyophilization Process
Design for Viscous and Large Volumes
Contributes to Stable Fill-finish Processes

Lower risk of Drug-Container Interactions

  • VIALEX™ - Significantly lower risk of interactions between drug molecules and formulations with the inner glass surface1
    [more stable drug storage]
     

  • VIALEX™ - Reduced risk of glass delamination1
    [potential longer shelf-life]
     

  • Silicone coating on inner surface of vial (optional)
     

  • Amber glass for light-sensitive medicines
     

  • Glass tubing in ENHANCE quality
    [Type I, Borosilicate, 51 expansion]

Enhanced Lyophilization Process

VIALEX™ - Optimized lyophilization process2
[contributes to less fogging]

Design for Viscous and Large Volumes

  • Vial size up to 100 ml
     
  • Optional silicone coating on inner surface of vial
    [contributes to a higher restitution rate]3

Contributes to Stable Fill-finish Processes

  • High dimensional quality expressed in very narrow AQLs
    [supports efficient filling process]
     
  • Strong mechanical durability
    [reduced risk of vial breakage during filling operations]
     
  • Very high cosmetic quality
    [less risk of rejects during final inspection]
     
  • Optional UID for single container tracking4
    [track and trace of singles containers]
Footnotes
  1. Results of long-term study - 24 weeks at 40°C: Phosphate, High purity water, Citrate, NaCl with terminal sterilization

  2. Results of Simtra Biopharma Solutions study: Introduction to Vial Fogging and Mitigation Strategies Kevin Bond, Research Associate II –  Inc. Live Webinar Transcription, 2022

  3. Test results available upon request

  4. Print of 2D data matrix code on vial barrel

VIALEX™ - Exceptional Inner Surface Durability

The inner glass surface of the vial undergoes Nipro's proprietary thermal process, known as VIALEX™ treatment, which involves no additional materials or alteration in glass chemistry and is subject to 100% in-line inspection. This treatment mitigates the effects of the converting process in two ways: by reducing sodium concentrations and by improving the inner glass surface.

VIALEX™-treated vials offer unparalleled benefits for challenging drug formulations, featuring exceptional inner surface durability. The enhanced durability leads to lower levels of extractables and leachables (E&L), minimizing the risk of pH shifts and delamination events. Additionally, VIALEX™ technology has a positive effect on the lyophilization process, resulting in less fogging. These benefits enhance the storage stability of drug products and contribute to a longer shelf-life.

Recommended Vials for Sensitive Oncology Products

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  Specifications
Quality level ENHANCE
Vial size (ml) 2R to 50R
Glass color Clear | Amber
Inner surface treatment VIALEX™ | Siliconization
Print Silk screening

Medical Devices for Easier and Safer Reconstitution

As a vertically integrated company Nipro offers you a selective range of medical devices. D2Mix™ reconstitution devices enable safer and easier reconstitution of a drug product with a diluent in just a few steps. Consult the full range of devices to discover which device best fits your requirements.

High-quality Primary Packaging and Medical Device Solutions
for Sensitive Oncology Drug Products!

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