Pelletisation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008587",
  "term": "Pelletisation",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The process of converting fine powders or granules into small, free-flowing, and spherical or semi-spherical units known as pellets. This technique is employed in pharmaceutical manufacturing to produce multi-particulate dosage forms with improved flow properties, uniform dosing, and controlled release characteristics. Common methods include extrusion-spheronization and layering.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "pellet",
    "granules",
    "powder"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 971. 'Glossary of terms related to pharmaceutics (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 993 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-04-10-14)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/pelletisation/"
}